Material: Cloth
Size: 45mm w x 55mm h
Description: This 45mm by 55mm rectangular uniform patch functions as the official county insignia utilized by the British Boy Scouts Association for members operating within Kent. Woven with a vibrant scarlet red canvas backdrop, the central design showcases the famous White Horse of Kent rearing upward in a dramatic heraldic rampant pose. Positioned directly above the horse's mane is the capitalized county name text "KENT", executed in clean, white mercerized cotton thread. Curving gracefully below the horse's hind hooves is a detailed scroll containing the historic Latin motto "INVICTA", which directly translates to "Unconquered". The patch is constructed with tight, overlocked merrowed borders on all four edges to protect the fabric weave from unraveling during rugged field activities on a uniform sleeve or camp blanket.
Circa: Mid to Late 20th Century
Notes:
The county motto "Invicta" originates from a historic 1066 legend stating that the local people of Kent successfully forced William the Conqueror to recognize their ancient regional laws and liberties, making Kent the only area in England that remained technically "unconquered".