Semper paratus

Semper Paratus is a Latin phrase, meaning "Always ready". It is used as the official motto of some organizations, such as the United States Coast Guard. A 1928 song of the same name is also used as the U.S. Coast Guard's official motto, and appears on the organization's flag.

Usage

Canada

Semper Paratus is the motto of The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment) of the Canadian Army formed in 1862 and headquartered at the James Street Armoury in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.^[1]

United States

Semper Paratus is the motto of the United States Coast Guard, and is the title of their marching song "Semper Paratus".^[2]

Notes

Citations

^ Canadian Forces Publication A-DH-267-003
^ "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready)

References

""Semper Paratus" (Always Ready)". Coast Guard History - FAQ's. U.S. Coast Guard Historian's Office. Retrieved 9 May 2016.
Canadian Forces Publication A-DH-267-003 Insignia and Lineages of the Canadian Forces. Volume 3: Combat Arms Regiments

External links

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[Canadian-1] Canadian Forces Publication A-DH-267-003

[USCG-2] "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready)

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