Australian Army chaplains have had the motto on their hat badges since 1913
THE Australian Army is removing the motto “In this sign conquer” from the 102-year-old hat badges of army chaplains because it is offensive to Muslims.
The move comes after an imam approved by the Grand Mufti was appointed to join the Religious Advisory Committee to the Services in June.
Australian Army chaplains have had the motto on their hat badges since 1913.
A Defence spokeswoman last night denied the motto was being changed because it was associated with the Crusades, when Christian armies fought Muslims in the Holy Land during the Middle Ages.
“The motto of the Australian Army Chaplains is being changed to better reflect the diversity of religion throughout the Australian Army,” she said.
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8 comments:
When is the world going to stop kissing their a$$ !?
Anyone who believes that, I have a bridge for sale...
Isn't the point of the military to conquer one's enemies?
Maybe another slogan, like "Nice To Meet You" would be more well received.
The only regret is that the Christians didn't finish the job then. Won't happen again!
sissy
That is why I had joined the Marines. Not the Army
You were an Australian Marine?
Stop being cowards. The world does NOT revolve around muslims.
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