The Kaminski family of Poland were granted the right to bear the Topor Blazen of Arms and also the right to bear the Cholewa of Arms, granted in 1788 BLAZON OF ARMS: Gules; an axe placed in pale; argent; handled or, the blade facing the sinister. CREST: The axe placed in bend, the blade in base. Five ostrich feathers. MOTTO: None SHIELD: Blue background with a silver horse and gold cross. ORIGIN: Poland / Ukrane HERALDIC SYMBOLS Arrow- Readiness (for battle); if depicted with a cross, represents an affliction. Axe- Execution of military duty. Cross- Service in the Crusades Cross Crosslet- (crossed at each end) Signifies the fourfold mystery of the cross. Cross Flory (Patoncee)- (cross flowered at end end) One who has conquered. Cross Raguly- Difficulties encountered. Cross (Cornish Chough)- Strategist in battle; watchful for friends. Feathers- (usually ostrich feathers) Sign of obedience and serenity. Horse- Readiness for all employments for king and country. Horseshoe- Good Luck and safeguard against evil spirits. Ivy Leaves- Strong and lasting friendship. Lightning Bolt- Swiftness and power. Sword- Justice and military honor.