Other Interesting Corps Items

The Corps Motto

RAEME adopted the REME Corps Motto in 1984, 'Arte et Marte' which translates as 'By Skill and by Fighting'. This followed many years of discussion over the issue of a Corps motto including seeking suggestions from Corps members.

The Corps Call and Marches

Bugle and trumpet calls have a role at regimental parades, dinners and other appropriate functions. The RAEME Corps call was authorised in November 1990. The Corps marches include 'Lilliburlero', 'The Boys in the Backroom' and the 'Harmonious Blacksmith'.

The Corps Call

 

RAEME Marches

The Corps Cipher

It was expressed in 1969 that it was appropriate for RAEME to have a cipher. The cipher was approved and first issued in the Corps Instruction in April 1975.

 

The Artificers Badge

The Artificers Badge was re-introduced in December 1989 for RAEME artificers. The badge was initially worn by soldiers during WW2 but its use was discontinued following the war.

 

The Corps Prayer and Grace

The need for an official Corps Prayer was determined during preparations for the Prince Philip Banner presentation. The official prayer was approved by the Principal Chaplains Committee.

O God of all power, Your energy is seen in all of creation. Inspire us, members of the Corps of Royal Australian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, with the spirit of service, that as thorough craftsmen, we may, by the work of our hands, serve faithfully and effectively, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

The Corps grace is used at formal dinner occasions and was accepted by the Corps Committee following the initial suggestion in November 1988.

Our Father God; We who are gathered together this night; With our Banner in our midst; Pledge again our Honour of God, Queen and Country; We give you our thanks for the bounteous gifts; That you have bestowed upon us; And ask your blessings on our fellowship, comradeship; And this meal about to be set before us; In Jesus Name, Amen.

Last Updated 4th July 1997