 BBC coat of arms - Background: Encyclopedia II - BBC coat of arms - ElementsThe various elements of the coat of arms were chosen to provide a heraldic translation of the qualities of the BBC.
Lion — the crest of the coat of arms (lion at the top, above the shield and helmet) states the fact that the BBC is British.
Thunderbolt — The lion grasps a thunderbolt in its outstretched paw, this to represent broadcasting itself (transmission).
Eagles — In heraldic language the two eagles which grasp the shield are "supporters". Eagles were chosen to depict the inhere ...
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