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26 February 2008 16:18
 

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Special Troops Battalion, 1st Armored Division.

"Blazon:

Shield: Per pale and per fess embattled Or and Vert in chief a lion passant armed and langued Gules counterchanged of the field, in dexter base a quill bendwise, in sinister base a serrated tank wheel counterchanged.

Crest: On a wreath Or and Vert, issuing from a mural crown of the first a gauntleted fist Gris grasping a short sword Proper.

Motto: MAKE IT MATTER.

 

Symbolism:

Shield: The colors gold and green symbolize the Battalion’s association with Armor. The embattled division of the shield recalls campaign participation in Europe during World War II. The tank wheel in base refers to the unit’s mission as a Tank Division. The unit’s previous designation as both an Administration and Adjutant General Company is recalled by the quill. The lion passant further recalls European service during World War II and is a symbol of courage and strength. Gold also denotes excellence.

Crest: World War II service in the Rhineland is signified by the mural crown.  The gauntlet and upraised sword symbolize unit forces attacking and vanquishing Nazism in World War II Germany.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 9 November 2007."

 
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22 March 2008 05:24
 

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51st MP Battalion.

"Coat of Arms.

 

Blazon:

 

Shield: Per saltire Azure and Vert, a pile issuing from dexter chief and a pile issuing from sinister chief throughout conjoined Or bearing two maces saltirewise of the second, in chief a crescent Argent.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the South Carolina Army National Guard:  From a wreath Or and Azure, upon a mount Vert a palmetto tree Proper charged with a crescent Argent.

 

Motto: READY TO RESPOND.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: Green and yellow (gold) are colors used for the Military Police Corps.  The white crescent on the blue was suggested by the flag of South Carolina to denote the unit’s location and assignment to the South Carolina Army National Guard.  The crescent also signifies growing brightness and together with the gold rays refers to the Battalion’s investigation and crime prevention mission.  The rays which simulate beams of light, also allude to the Battalion’s origin in the Coast Artillery (Harbor Defense).  The maces, a historic weapon used by warriors and guards as a hand arm, represent the protective services provided by the organization.

 

Crest: The crest is that of the South Carolina Army National Guard.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 5 March 2008."

 
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22 March 2008 20:28
 

I like both of these last two.

 
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25 March 2008 07:11
 

Some new insignia:

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411th Support Brigade Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (SSI).

 

"Shoulder Sleeve Insignia.  Description:  A shield shape device 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width overall, divided per pairle white, scarlet and blue, in chief a Taeguk with its colors divided by a yellow line, overall a silver gray sword palewise fimbriated white with red flames fimbriated yellow issuing from the lower sides of the blade; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) golden yellow border.

 

Symbolism: White, red, and blue and the device partitions are modified from the Army Materiel Command (AMC) shoulder sleeve insignia and carry with it the mission of support and the flow of materiel to the soldiers.  The inverted chevron underscores the Contracting Support Brigade being the single point of entry to AMC from the field.  Gold is emblematic of excellence and high ideals.  The flaming sword represents victory and readiness.  The Taeguk highlights the organization basing in Korea as a forward deployed contracting command.  The 411th Support Brigade provides contracting support to all units in Korea, the Far East, and the Pacific Theater.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved effective 15 September 2008."

 

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The Distinctive Unit Insignia of the Brigade.

 

"Distinctive Unit Insignia.  Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in width overall, issuing from either side of a white sword enflamed red at the blade tip is a gold oriental demi-dragon statant facing to dexter and a gold Chinese lion sejant facing to sinister with his dexter paw on a gold globe; on the sides and bottom is a four part blue scroll going behind the sword hilt and inscribed with “EVER” “VIGILANT” “ALWAYS” “READY” in gold letters.

 

Symbolism: Red, white, and blue reflect the Army Materiel Command colors.  Gold is emblematic of excellence and high ideals.  The flaming sword indicates victory and readiness.  The oriental dragon and lion signify Asia and the Pacific focus of the 411th Support Brigade.  The Imperial guardian lion is a powerful mythic protector in the Far East and the dragon is a beast of strength and vigilance.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved effective 15 September 2008."

 

And yes it acctualy states 15 September 2008.

 
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25 March 2008 07:14
 

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300th Sustainment Brigade SSI.

"Shoulder Sleeve Insignia.  Description:  A shield-shaped embroidered item blazoned as follows:  Per bend Gules (Brick Red) and Buff, a bezant bearing a horse’s head erased Argent (Smoke Gray); all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Yellow border.  Overall dimensions are 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width and 3 1/8 inches (7.94 cm) in length.

 

Symbolism: Brick red, buff and yellow symbolize the components that are the core of the 300th Sustainment Brigade, Transportation, Ordnance and Quartermaster.  The horse indicates the unit’s lineage to the 300th Transportation Group.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved for the 300th Sustainment Brigade on 11 December 2007."

 

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DUI of the Brigade.

 

"Distinctive Unit Insignia.  Description:  A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height consisting of two black roundels, circumferences conjoined at the horizontal radius, each charged with a cross botonny divided quarterly brick red and white, overall a larger gold roundel bearing a black horse’s head and issuing from the top of the roundel a demi-fleur-de-lis, brick red; surmounting the fleur-de-lis and above the roundels a gold scroll lined with brick red and inscribed “FIDELITY TO ENDEAVOR” in black letters.

 

Symbolism: The three roundels stand for wheels; they refer to the Group’s mission of directing motor transport operations.  The colors brick red and gold are for the Transportation Corps.  The fleur-de-lis, a symbol of France, where the unit was activated and inactivated during World War II, refers to the organization’s war service.  The red and white crosses are taken from the arms of Lord Baltimore now used on the flag and seal of the State of Maryland.  They refer to the two tours of duty the Group served in Baltimore.  The black horse is from the State seal of Pennsylvania.  It stands for the unit’s home area and the location of its headquarters at Butler, Pennsylvania; it also refers to horse-power and to transportation in general, the original unit designation.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 300th Transportation Group on 24 September 1968.  It was redesignated effective 17 September 2007, for the 300th Sustainment Brigade with the description and symbolism updated."

 
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17 April 2008 17:50
 

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Special Troops Bn, 2nd Brigade Combat Team 28th Infantry Division.

"Coat of Arms.

 

Blazon:

 

Shield: Azure (Teal Blue), a lightning bolt Or and a key wards up Argent (Silver Gray) saltirewise, issuant from base a demi-tower Gules fimbriated and windows of the third, on a chief Celeste (Bluebird) an alligator statant of the third superimposed by a keystone of the fourth charged with a pheon and fimbriated of the third; all within a bordure of the last.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard:  From a wreath Or and Azure (Teal Blue), a lion rampant guardant Proper, holding in dexter paw a naked scimitar Argent hilted Or and in sinister an escutcheon Argent on a fess Sable three plates.

 

Motto: FERREUS ARMATURA (Iron Soldiers).

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The primary mission of the Brigade is in support of the Infantry and is represented by the light blue of the chief.  The alligator refers to the unit’s lineage to the 103d Armor that the Special Troops Battalion was formed from. The red keystone is adapted from the 28th Infantry Division and expresses the strength, determination, and skills of the Battalion.  The pheon signifies military readiness.  Teal blue is the branch immaterial color.  The lightning bolt symbolizes the communications mission of the Signal Company.  The silver skeleton key represents the knowledge provided by the Military Intelligence Company.  The tower is from the Engineer’s castle and is indicative of defense and the mobility and counter-mobility provided by the Engineer Company.  The border stands for the unit and teamwork of the different companies and their missions that make up the Special Troops Battalion.  The gray metal-like color of the border alludes to iron and recalls the unit’s motto “FERREUS ARMATURA” (Iron Soldiers).

 

Crest: The crest is that of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 15 November 2007."

 
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17 April 2008 17:53
 

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Special Troops Bn, 4th Brigade Combat Team 1st Armoured Division.

"Coat of Arms.

Blazon:

 

Shield: Or, a pale Vert surmounted by a lightning bolt Tenné edged of the first and a fasces of the second edged of the first, blade up and outward, in saltire, a base embattled Gules; on a chief Teal Blue a sun issuant Proper.

 

Crest: None.

 

Motto: STEADFAST, LOYAL, ABLE.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The green pale and fasces (battle ax) denote the unit’s military strength.  The following images comprise the Battalion:  the fasces signifies vigilance; the lightning bolt indicates speed and responsive communication; and the embattled base alludes to the unit’s ability to act from any position of power.  The sun on the chief suggests intelligence and enlightenment.

 

Crest: None.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 29 October 2007. "

 
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19 April 2008 17:07
 

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91st Civil Affairs Battalion.

Coat of Arms.

 

"Blazon:

 

Shield: Purpure, on a disc formed of rays couped Or a disc of the field surmounted by a scroll furled top and bottom Argent enclosed within a stylized torii, the upper beam formed as a vol Gules, overall an antique sword fesswise, hilt to sinister of the second.

 

Crest: None.

 

Motto: AUCTORES SOLIDI PRINCIPII (Builders of a Solid Beginning).

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The torii alludes to service in Okinawa and the winged crossbeam denotes the unit’s airborne capability.  The Battalion’s former mission requirements which included all of Southeast Asia are signified by the rays of the sun.  The sword and scroll were suggested by the Civil Affairs insignia of branch; the scroll, however, is depicted open to indicate actual conduct of “civil affairs” overseas and symbolizes law and order and stability in government.  The unsheathed sword is symbolic of authority and the colors purple and white are used for Civil Affairs organizations.

 

Crest: None.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 14 April 2008."

 
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06 June 2008 12:55
 

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219th Battlefield Surveillance Brigade SSI.

"Symbolism: The arrow-shaped insignia, adapted from the U.S. Recondo School, highlights the Recondo/Reconnaissance philosophy of integrity, developing the traits of smart, skilled, tough, courageous, and confident soldiers.  The divided background colors of blue and red signify the unit’s lineage to the 38th Infantry Division.  The black sword outlined in yellow emphasizes the stealth required for proper intelligence collection, indicating missions along the forward edge of the battlefield and the Brigade’s readiness to sustain the tip of the battlefield.  The lightning bolts symbolize the three tenants of the 219th Battlefield Surveillance Brigade’s responsibilities of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved effective 1 September 2008 [sic!]. "

 

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219th Battlefield Surv. Bde DUI.

 

"Symbolism:The face of the tiger recalls the unit’s motto, “Eye of the Tiger.”  The shield shape of the device symbolizes protection and defensive support.  The colors, buff, here represented as gold, and scarlet, refer to Support branch colors, the original designation of the unit.  Black denotes strength and solidarity and recalls the markings of the tiger.  Gold also signifies honor and excellence.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 219th Support Group on 16 August 2005.  It was redesignated effective 1 September 2008, for the 219th Battlefield Surveillance Brigade and amended to revise the symbolism."

 

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20th Engineer Battalion.

 

"Blazon:

 

Shield: Gules, a pale Argent, on a chief of the like a fleur-de-lis of the first.

Crest: On a wreath of the colors Argent and Gules, a tower of five merlons of the first, masoned Azure, bearing an arrowhead in base, point up, tierced per fess of the second, Vert and of the second charged with a mullet Or, all below and supporting a lion’s head erased of the last langued of the third and charged with an arrowhead point up of the last.

Motto: CONDITE ET PUGNATE (Build and Fight).

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The shield is red and white for Engineers, while the fleur-de-lis represents service in France during World War I.

Crest: The tower represents fortification and engineering. The five battlements allude to the Battalion’s five decorations. The lion and blue arrowhead symbolize the Battalion’s Presidential Unit Citation awarded for the assault landing at Normandy. The green and red arrowhead on the white tower refers to the assault landing in Sicily (red, white and green are the National colors of Italy). The colors red and green and the gold star also allude to the award of the French Croix de Guerre for the action at Vierville-Colleville. Gold and red refer to the colors of the Republic of Vietnam where the unit received three Meritorious Unit Commendations.

 

Background: The coat of arms was originally approved for the 20th Engineer Regiment on 11 April 1941. It was amended to correct the blazon on 19 May 1941. It was redesignated for the 20th Engineer Combat Battalion on 11 June 1951. It was redesignated for the 20th Engineer Battalion on 12 October 1956. It was amended to add a crest on 21 May 1973. The insignia was amended to correct the Latin translation of the motto on 19 March 1974. It was amended to correct the symbolism of the crest on 24 October 1975."

 
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06 June 2008 13:00
 

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50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team SSI.

"Shoulder Sleeve Insignia. Description: On a seven-sided embroidered item vertically divided through the center, dark blue and red, the upper ends of the item at a 45° angle, the sides slanted outwardly at the top and the base coming to a 90° angle point, consisting of a yellow reversed triangular-shape throughout surmounted at top by a white star, all between two white stars; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) dark blue border.  Overall dimensions are 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in length.

 

Symbolism: Flag blue is the color traditionally associated with the Infantry units. The tri-colors of the insignia represent the Brigade’s Armor heritage and its alignment with the 42d Infantry Rainbow Division.  The three stars signify the 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team heritage; also illustrating the unit’s home state, New Jersey, the third state of the union to sign the U.S. Constitution. The middle reversed triangular-shape suggests the letter “V” for Victory, denoting victory over the enemies at home and abroad and underlining the unit’s mission to defend and protect the nation.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 22 January 2008."

 

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50th Inf Bde Combat Team DUI.

 

"Distinctive Unit Insignia.  Description:  A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned as follows:  SHIELD:  Tierce in pairle Or, Azure, and Gules, in chief two socket bayonets in saltire, points up, of the last.  CREST:  On a wreath Or and Gules, a lion’s head erased of the first, charged on the neck with four fusils of the second.  Attached below the device a Dark Blue scroll inscribed “JERSEY BLUES” in Gold.

 

Symbolism: The tri-colors represent the three units combined to form the 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.  The crossed bayonets, symbolize close combat, unit readiness, and the Infantry branch affiliation.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 27 December 2007."

 
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06 June 2008 13:04
 

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76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team SSI.

"SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA. Description: On a rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) white border, 2 inches (5.08cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62cm) in height overall, a white arrowhead throughout bearing a black bayonet.

 

Symbolism: Blue and white are the colors traditionally associated with Infantry units. The arrowhead and bayonet underscore the unit’s primary mission. Black and white denote the Brigade’s 24-hour readiness and capabilities.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 76th Infantry Brigade on 21 March 1995.  It was redesignated for the 76th Infantry Brigade Team on 24 April 2008."

 

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76th Infantry BCT DUI.

 

"DISTINCTIVE UNIT INSIGNIA. Description:  A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18cm) in width consisting of a red arrowhead bearing a silver fleur-de-lis superimposed by two diagonally crossed silver bayonets, all upon a blue scroll inscribed at the top "POINT THE WAY" in silver.

 

Symbolism: Blue and white/silver are the colors traditionally associated with Infantry units. The arrowhead, highlighting the unit’s motto, is red, alluding to the Brigade’s war service and Meritorious Unit Commendations. The fleur-de-lis symbolizes their assault landing in France during World War II. The bayonets, which reflect the unit’s mission, symbolize military preparedness and are crossed to denote strength and cooperation.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 76th Infantry Brigade on 21 March 1995.  It was redesignated for the 76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team on 24 April 2008."

 
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06 June 2008 13:07
 

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188th Infantry Brigade SSI.

"Shoulder Sleeve Insignia.  Description:  On a dark blue vertical rectangular embroidered device, arched at the top and bottom, a vertical oval divided diagonally from upper right to lower left, silver gray and black, bearing a yellow vertical bayonet point up; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) yellow border.  Overall dimensions are 2 1/8 inches (5.40 cm) in width and 3 1/8 inches (7.94 cm) in height.

 

Symbolism: Flag blue is the color traditionally associated with the Infantry units. The gray and black oval illustrates the Brigade’s lineage to the 94th Infantry Division.  The bayonet, a symbol of Infantry and close combat, denotes “Battle Ready.”

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 15 January 2008."

 

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188th Inf Bde DUI.

 

"Distinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall blazoned as follows: Per bend sinisterwise Gris and Sable, a bend sinister Gules, overall a bayonet erect Or.  Attached below the device a Dark Blue scroll inscribed “PROCINCTUS” in Gold.

 

Symbolism: The silver gray and black shield represents the lineage to the 94th Infantry Division. The red diagonal band represents the Siegfried Switch Line during World War II. The sword symbolizes military readiness. The motto translates to “Ready For Battle.”

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 15 January 2008."

 
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07 June 2008 08:29
 

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Special Troops Battalion, 28th Infantry Division.

"Coat of Arms.

 

Blazon:

 

Shield: Tierced in pairle reversed Tenné, Azure and Buff, a diminished pall reversed Argent, overall a keystone of the last surmounted by another Gules.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard:  From a wreath Argent and Tenné, a lion rampant guardant Proper, holding in dexter paw a naked scimitar of the first hilted Or and in sinister an escutcheon of the first on a fess Sable three plates.

 

Motto: IRON SUPPORT.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The tricolors suggest the branches that comprise the Special Troops Battalion, 28th Infantry Division: Cobalt blue indicates the Military Intelligence capabilities and the 28th Military Intelligence Battalion that continues its service with the Division; buff denotes the Quartermaster responsibilities and the Division Support Command; and orange is the color traditionally associated with Signal units and signifies the former 28th Signal Battalion from which elements of the Special Troops Battalion was organized.  The pall symbolizes the Headquarters of the Division continuing its service as the 28th Division Mobile Command Group, Main Command Post, and Tactical Command Post.  The keystone, the symbol of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, illustrates the home state of the 28th Infantry Division.  The red, white, and blue of the design are the national colors.

 

Crest: The crest is that of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 1 February 2008."

 

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Special Troops Battalion, 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team.

 

"Coat of Arms.

 

Blazon:

 

Shield: Per bend Gules and Azure issuing from chief four billets Argent, in sinister chief a mullet Or radiating to dexter base two lightning flashes of the third; overall on a bend of the last a tomahawk Sable below in chief a torteau fimbriated Argent.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Ohio Army National Guard:  From a wreath Argent and Gules, a sheaf of buckeye (aesculus glabra) fructed Proper (two leaves with bursting burr).

 

Motto: BOW TO NONE.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: Shawnee Chief Tecumseh, head of the Indian inhabitants who first occupied the part of Ohio where the unit is now stationed, is represented by the star in reference to his name, meaning “Shooting Star,” and by the pipe tomahawk, which symbolizes also the warrior spirit of the unit.  The motto of the Special Troops Battalion, “Bow To None,” is taken from a speech by Tecumseh.  The lightning flashes represent the communications and electronic warfare missions of the unit and denote speedy response to mission requirements.  Black and white (silver) signify the ability of the unit to function night and day.  The embattled top edge of the shield recalls the unit’s engineer function, scarlet indicates courage and sacrifice.  The scarlet roundel with white edging is taken from the flag of the State of Ohio and pays tribute to the 37th “Buckeye” Division.

 

Crest: The crest is that of the Ohio Army National Guard.

 

Background:The coat of arms was approved on 1 November 2007."

 
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07 June 2008 08:34
 

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Special Troops Battalion, 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team.

"Coat of Arms.

 

Blazon:

 

Shield: Per fess embattled Or and Gules, a lightning bolt Tenné and key Sable, wards upward and outward, in saltire, overall a bayonet erect of the first; on a chief Azure (Dark Blue) a stylized image of an oxen drawn covered wagon of the first.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Oregon Army National Guard:  From a wreath Or and Gules, a demi-disc of the like charged with the setting sun with twelve light rays Or (the shoulder sleeve insignia of the 41st Division), behind a beaver sejant Proper.

 

Motto: WE WILL PREVAIL.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The following elements form the Special Troops Battalion and provide support to the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team:  the lightning bolt alludes to the signal network support; the key denotes the safekeeping of military intelligence provided; and the embattled fess suggests engineering capabilities.  The bayonet, which attaches to the M1 Garand rifle, symbolizes the unit’s close combat mission, also honoring the lineage of the 41st Infantry Division, the first American Division to deploy and the longest to remain overseas during World War II.  The chief with the image of the oxen drawn covered wagon pays tribute to the pioneers, whose descendents comprise the unit.

 

Crest: The crest is that of the Oregon Army National Guard.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 1 February 2008."

 

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Special Troops Battalion, 55th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division.

 

"Coat of Arms.

 

Blazon:

 

Shield: Per pale Azure and Or, between a keystone Gules fimbriated Argent (Silver Gray) and a mullet of the first, a demi-sword hilt up of the fourth gripped of the third issuant from a wall embattled in base with a corner facing outward of the fourth charged with a fleur-de-lis of the first.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard:  From a wreath Or and Azure, a lion rampant guardant Proper, holding in dexter paw a naked scimitar Argent hilted Or and in sinister an escutcheon Argent on a fess Sable three plates.

 

Motto: FIGHT THROUGH.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The shield is blue for Infantry and gold for Armor, the two ancestral regiments of the battalion.  Red is the color of valor and sacrifice.  The keystone represents the unit’s assignment to the 28th Infantry Division (Mechanized).  The castle wall signifies protection, defense, and strength.  The sword expresses the warrior’s combat power and represents the command and control of the different companies that make up the Special Troops Battalion:  Communications, Military Intelligence, and Engineers.  The fleur-de-lis commemorates the battle honors earned during World War I and the star is for the honors earned during World War II.

 

Crest: The crest is that of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 1 November 2007."

 
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07 June 2008 12:14
 

Marcus K;59039 wrote:

Shield: Gules, a pale Argent, on a chief of the like a fleur-de-lis of the first.


The phrase "of the like" not only serves no purpose but makes the blazon sound rather foolish.  Is it not rather elementary that you don’t need to state a tincture until the whole list of items in the same tincture, since the last stated tincture, is done?