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78th Training Brigade SSI.

"Description: On a red semi-disc 3 inches (7.62cm) in diameter, a white bolt of lightning from sinister chief to dexter base, all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) green border.

Symbolism: The lightning flash on the red background alludes to the combat record of the Division likened to a "bolt of lightning…" and to its designation as the "Lightning Division."

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 78th Division on 27 May 1922.  It was retained for the 78th Division (Training) on 11 September 1959.  The insignia was redesignated effective 1 October 1993, for the 78th Division (Exercise) with the description revised. It was redesignated effective 17 October 1999, for the 78th Division (Training Support). It was redesignated effective 1 October 2009, for the 78th Training Brigade.  (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-125)"

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78th Training Brigade DUI.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a white alerion on a scarlet disc centered upon a blue equilateral triangle with notched sides, all in front of two white lightning flashes in a V form contained at top and bottom by a continuous scarlet scroll inscribed below with the word "AUDACITER" in gold.

Symbolism: The white alerion on scarlet is from the arms of Lorraine Province in France where the organization served in three World War I campaigns. In World War II, the unit participated in the Ardennes-Alsace, Rhineland and Central Europe campaigns indicated by the three points, in the color blue for Infantry and for the area of the Rhine River. The white flashes and the red of the scroll allude to the Division shoulder sleeve insignia.

Background:  The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 78th Division (Training) on 21 December 1971. It was redesignated effective 1 October 1993, for the 78th Division (Exercise) with the description revised. It was redesignated effective 17 October 1999, for the 78th Division (Training Support). The insignia was redesignated effective 1 October 2009, for the 78th Training Brigade."

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91st Training Brigade SSI.

"Description. On a shield 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) overall with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border, a green fir tree on an olive drab background.  Within the tree, the numerals “91” in scarlet.

Symbolism: The green fir tree is symbolic of readiness and boldness, the color green signifying fidelity and steadfastness of purpose. The simplicity of the present design recalls service in World Wars I and II, when the 91st Division wore the distinctive fir tree.

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 91st Division by telegram on 8 December 1918 and announced by letter on 23 June 1922. It was rescinded on 25 March 1968.  A new insignia was designed and approved on 25 March 1968.  On 7 July 1993, the insignia was cancelled and a new shoulder sleeve insignia was approved for the 91st Division. The shoulder sleeve insignia was redesignated for the 91st Division (Training Support) effective 1 October 1999. It was redesignated effective 1 October 2009, for the 91st Training Brigade. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-488 )"

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91st Training Brigade DUI.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in width overall consisting of a green fir tree charged in chief with a gold five pointed star and in base a red fleur-de-lis, all in front of a blue wavy band, below a gold scroll bearing the inscription “POWDER RIVER” in black letters.

Symbolism: The green fir tree has been a traditional symbol used by the unit since 1919. The scarlet fleur-de-lis refers to courageous combat service in Europe during World War I and World War II. The gold star stands for the high achievements of the 91st Division training program, while the wavy blue band symbolizes the meandering Powder River that stimulated the famous battle cry of the 91st Division, “Powder River, Let’er Buck”.

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 91st Division (Training) on 2 May 1968. The insignia was redesignated effective 17 October 1999, for the 91st Division (Training Support). It was redesignated effective 1 October 2009, for the 91st Training Brigade."

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141st Support Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Per fess Azure and Gules, in chief a Spanish castle, in base a key palewise and a lion rampant fourcheé, all Argent.

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

Motto: DA MIHI LOCUM (Give To Me A Place).

Symbolism:

Shield: The blue upper half of the shield represents the original service of the organization with an Infantry Regiment. The castle is taken from the Spanish-American War service medal to indicate service in that war. The lower half of the shield is in the colors of the Engineer Corps. Service during World War I as part of the 116th Engineer Regiment is symbolized by the key, taken from the coat of arms of the City of Angers, France, where the Regiment was stationed. The lion, taken from the coat of arms of St. Vith, Belgium, represents an outstanding achievement of the organization during World War II.

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

Background: The coat of arms was originally approved for the 162d Engineer Combat Battalion on 13 August 1953. It was redesignated for the 141st Support Battalion on 23 July 1968."

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528th Sustainment Brigade SSI.

"Description: On a vertical rectangular embroidered item, semicircular at top, divided vertically red and dark green, a white deployed parachute throughout, surmounting the suspension lines of the parachute two yellow lightning bolts, slanted inward on each side, overall in the center a black vertical dagger, point up; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border. Overall dimensions are 3 1/8 inches (7.94 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width. Attached immediately above is a black tab with the word “AIRBORNE” in red.

Symbolism: The red and dark green background suggests the Brigade’s support to Special Operations units. The lightning bolts denote combat support, combat service support, and signal elements of the command and the speed at which these missions are performed. Yellow/gold embodies the quality and value of the soldiers assigned to the unit. The parachute symbolizes the Brigade’s airborne capabilities. The black dagger represents combat readiness and the unit’s association with the United States Army Special Operations Command.

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 25 March 2009.  (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-997)"

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528th Sustainment Brigade DUI.

"Description: A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Or, a dance of two Vert between a fleur-de-lis Azure and two arrowheads Gules, in base a fountain. Attached above and below the shield a Red scroll doubled and inscribed “WE SUPPORT” at the top and “TO THE UTMOST” in base, all in Gold.

Symbolism: The heraldic dance is reminiscent of mountains; the fountain represents water. The fleur-de-lis is emblematic of France. These elements portray the unit’s campaign participation in Europe. The unit’s two assault landings are indicated by the red arrowheads. The green is in reference to the unit’s mission in support of Special Operations.

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 528th Support Battalion on 14 January 1988.  It was redesignated for the 528th Sustainment Brigade effective 16 December 2008."

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SLI Paul Laurence Dunbar High School JROTC, Fort Worth Independent School District, Fort Worth, TX.

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Argent a wildcat face Azure, garnished armed and langued of the first, eyes and mouth Sable. Surmounting in base a Silver scroll inscribed “IT CAN BE DONE” in Blue letters.

Symbolism: Blue and white (silver) are the schools colors. The wildcat is the school mascot. The aggressive spirit of the wildcat denotes the cadets’ dedication to country, community, and school.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 19 January 1995."

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SLI Edcouch-Elsa High School JROTC, Edcouch, TX.

"Description: A Gold metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall, consisting of a shield blazoned: Quarterly Sable and Or in first an open book surmounted by a quill in bend sinister Or; in second a pair of grasping hands Or; in third a winged foot of the like and in fourth a Greek helmet also Gold; the shield between two Gold branches of laurel leaves issuing from a Black scroll inscribed “YELLOW JACKET” in Gold letters.

Symbolism: The school colors are gold and black. The book and quill represent academic achievement, the hands refer to brotherhood, the winged foot suggests athletic achievement, the Greek helmet alludes to citizenship and the laurel branches represent scholastic excellence.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 14 July 1988."

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SLI Dwigth D. Eisenhower High School JROTC, Houston, TX.

"Description: A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width consisting of a shield blazoned: Or, an eagle Volant contourné Sable wings inverted; on a chief of the second a lamp of knowledge flamant of the first. Attached below the shield a Black scroll turned Gold inscribed “COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE” in Gold letters.

Symbolism: Black and gold are the school colors. The eagle is the school mascot and symbolizes independence, patriotism, fidelity, and strength. The lamp of knowledge symbolizes excellence in education.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 20 September 1995."

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SLI East Ridge High School JRTOC, East Ridge, TN.

"Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of an orange enamel shield bearing the upper torso of a pioneer, face in profile, garbed in buckskin and coonskin cap, surmounted in base by a Lamp of Knowledge enflamed. Attached below the shield a silver scroll inscribed “PIONEERS” in black letters.

Symbolism: Orange and white are the colors of East Ridge High School. The figure of the pioneer is indicative of the motto of the school. The Lamp of Knowledge enflamed is representative of learning.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 1 September 1978."

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SLI Caguas Military Academy JROTC, Caguas, PR.

"Description: On a Gold color metal and enamel shield shaped device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in width blazoned: Azure, a rifle and saber in saltire points to chief, surmounted by a rook, in base a fleur-de-lis and a lamp of knowledge fesswise Or. Attached below a Dark Blue scroll inscribed, “CAGUAS MILITARY ACADEMY” in Gold base metal letters.

Symbolism: Navy blue and gold are the schools colors.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 28 May 2009."

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SSI Garinger High School JROTC, Charlotte, NC.

"Description: An embroidered shield shaped device edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Ultramarine Blue border, blazoned: Argent (Silver Gray), a bare tree Proper, surmounted by a wildcat of the field, detailed Azure. Attached above is a Silver Gray scrolled edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Ultramarine Blue border inscribed “GARINGER” in Ultramarine Blue letters. The overall dimensions are 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in height and 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in width.

Symbolism: The school colors are blue and gray. The wildcat is the school mascot.

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 28 May 2009.  (TIOH Drawing Number A-10J-888 )."

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SLI Elliott County High School JROTC, Sandy Hook, KY.

"Description: A Silver metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height consisting of a shield blazoned: Argent a lion’s face Sanguine garnished of the first, a border embattled Sable. Attached below the shield a Silver scroll inscribed “ELLIOTT COUNTY” in Maroon letters.

Symbolism: Maroon and white (silver) are the school colors. The lion is the school mascot and reflects the cadets’ courage and leadership. The embattled border denotes the cadets’ dedication to their community.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 22 February 1995."

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SLI Ely High School JROTC, Broward County Schools, Pompano Beach, FL.

"Description: A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height, consisting of a Coat of Arms blazoned: Shield: Tierced in pairle reversed; first, Vert, an open book surmounted in bend by a key, ward up, Or; second, Vert, a winged foot to sinister, Or; third, Tenné, a dexter hand issuing from base surmounting the base of a globe, Or; Crest: On a wreath of the colors or and Vert, a lion’s face, Or. Attached to sides and below the shield, a Green triparted scroll inscribed “WITHIN YOUR REACH” in Gold letters.  Attached to and arced above the shield and passing behind the lion’s face an Orange scroll inscribed “ELY” on the left and “H.S.” on the right in Gold letters.

Symbolism: Orange and yellow are the school colors. The tiger is the school’s mascot. The open book and key symbolize that education is the key to knowledge and academic achievements. The winged foot represents the physical training of the Cadets. The hand reaching for the globe symbolizes dedication and spirit of the cadets.

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 26 August 1991."

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117th Support Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Per chevron Gules and Azure, in base a pale Argent charged with a sword erect Or, overall on a chevron enhanced of the third a chevronnel Gules (Soldier Red).

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the New Jersey Army National Guard: From a wreath Argent and Gules, a lion’s head erased Or collared four fusils of the second.

Motto: SUSTINEO PORRO (Sustainers Forward).

Symbolism:

Shield: The chevron denotes support; the pale signifies fortitude. The combination of the chevron and pale illustrate a broad arrow, suggesting movement and accuracy. The soldier red chevronnel emphasizes the logistical support - Transportation, Quartermaster, and Ordnance, administered by the Battalion.  Blue implies dependability. The sword represents military readiness and the unit’s combat service in the Global War on Terrorism. Red, white, and blue are the nation’s colors.

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

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 24 April 2009."

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Special Troops Bn, 3rd Infantry Division.

"Blazon:

Shield: Azure, three bendlets in sinister Argent overall a pale Sable edged of the second charged with a dagger Gules, fimbriated of the second; on a chief Teal Blue, a polestar Or, between two lightning bolts chevronwise reversed of the second.

Crest: From a wreath Argent and Azure, a wyvern erect Sable, eyed, armed and langued Or, garnished Argent (Steel Gray) edged of the first, charged on its wings a mulletty of the fourth, holding within its paws a Taeguk Proper fimbriated of the first.

Motto: FORTIUS QUO UNITATIS (Strength Through Unity).

Symbolism:

Shield: The background symbolizes the 3d Infantry Division Marne patch, the unit’s parent organization. The black pale denotes military strength. The dagger denotes sacrifice. The chief alludes to the unit’s high combat abilities. Teal is the color associated with Branch Unassigned. The polestar suggests the Battalion’s readiness to deploy globally, by either air, sea, or land in support of the mission. It also denotes the command and control functions of the unit.  The lightning flashes indicate the electronic and communication functions of the Battalion.

Crest: The wyvern represents the Battalion’s World War II campaign, also underscoring the unit’s activation and inactivation in Europe. The Taeguk symbolizes campaign participation in Korea. The seven stars allude to the decorations awarded.

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 26 November 2007."

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Special Troops Bn, 50th Brigade, 42nd Infantry Division.

"Blazon:

Shield: Or, on a bend Teal Blue between a double ward key in chief, wards downward, Sable and a lightning bolt Tenné in base, a sword point upward, blade, hand guard and pommel of the first, the hilt of the third fimbriated of the first; a base embattled of the third and masoned of the first charged with an escutcheon edged of the last, per pale Azure (Dark Blue) and Gules, a pile throughout Or.

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the New Jersey Army National Guard: From a wreath Or and Teal Blue, a lion’s head erased of the first collared four fusils Gules.

Motto: INNASCOR BELLUM (Born In War).

Symbolism:

Shield: The bend denotes protection. Teal blue is the color traditionally associated with branch unassigned units. Black signifies fortitude. The double ward key indicates the dual role of the Battalion - the safekeeping of Military Intelligence and the security of the Military Police Company. The orange lightning bolt symbolizes speed and the unit’s communication capabilities. The sword represents combat readiness and the Infantry operations. The embattled wall illustrates the Engineer responsibilities of the Battalion.

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

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 1 May 2009."

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SSI 49th Military Police Brigade.

"Description: On a shield 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) yellow border a field divided horizontally wavy with yellow above and blue below; on the yellow portion is a red disc with twelve teeth and a yellow center and on the blue portion a yellow vertical diamond.

Symbolism: The elements of the design symbolize the discovery of gold in California, alluding to the Brigade’s state of origin and to its numerical designation. The yellow of the background refers to California’s popular nickname, “The Golden State.” The red disc denotes the State’s sunny climate and alludes further to Sutter’s Mill, a saw mill located on the American River (represented by the wavy blue area), where the first gold nuggets, indicated by the yellow diamond shape, were discovered in California in 1849.

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 49th Infantry Brigade on 4 November 1966. It was redesignated for the 49th Military Police Brigade on 13 September 1976. It was cancelled on 1 April 1968. The insignia was reinstated effective 16 January 2005, with the description updated.  (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-441)"

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DUI 49th MP Bde.

"Description: A device of gold color metal and enamel 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a black bear’s paw with claws pointed upwards in the center of a gold sun on a blue disc contained by a circular gold scroll bearing the motto “PRIDE AND POWER” in black, the lower ends of the scroll connected by gold links to a red band about the wrist of the bear’s paw.

Symbolism: The gold sun set in blue is symbolic of the Californian’s pride in his state. The bear’s paw is suggested by the powerful animal on the crest of the California Army National Guard and the band about the wrist denotes reliable control.

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 49th Infantry Brigade on 6 October 1967. It was redesignated for the 49th Military Police Brigade on 13 September 1976. It was cancelled on 1 April 1968. The insignia was reinstated effective 16 January 2005, with the description updated."

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117th Military Police Bn.

"Blazon:

Shield: Or, on a bend sinister Vert between two fleurs-de-lis Azure, a pistol, muzzle upward, of the first.

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Tennessee Army National Guard: From a wreath Or and Vert, upon a mount of the second a hickory tree Proper charged with three mullets one and two Argent.

Motto: OUR HISTORY, OUR STRENGTH.

Symbolism:

Shield: Yellow and green are the colors traditionally associated with Military Police units. The bend sinister signifies security. The fleurs-de-lis represent the Battalion’s campaign credit during World War I and World War II. Blue indicates the unit’s past affiliation in the Infantry branch. The pistol illustrates the mission of Military Police.

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

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 7 May 2009."

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65th Air Defence Artillery Regiment.

"Blazon:

Shield: Gules, six piles Or, from chief terminating at the nombril point, overall a strangler fig tree (Ficus Specia) standing on a plot of ground, all Proper.

Crest: From a wreath of the colors Or and Gules, an ocelot rampant Or, spotted Sable.

Motto: SURSUM (Upwards).

Symbolism:

Shield: The shield is red for Artillery; the yellow rays signify the direction of Anti-aircraft fire, the six rays yellow and the five spaces red between also signify the 65th Regiment. The strangler fig tree is peculiar to tropical America and indicates the birthplace of the Regiment as the Canal Zone.

Crest: The ocelot is a native of Panama and roams as far south as Patagonia and signifies the character of the unit as this animal usually climbs trees and fights upwards for its prey.

Background: The coat of arms was originally approved for the 65th Coast Artillery Regiment on 15 July 1925. It was redesignated for the 65th Antiaircraft Artillery Gun Battalion on 23 September 1949. It was redesignated for the 65th Artillery Regiment on 8 January 1959. The insignia was redesignated effective 1 September 1971, for the 65th Air Defense Artillery Regiment."

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378th Military Intelligence Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Per pale Azure (Oriental Blue) and Argent a scroll counterchanged charged with a griffin’s head erased Sable.

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Army Reserve:  From a wreath Argent and Azure (Oriental Blue), the Lexington Minute Man Proper. The statue of the Minute Man, Captain John Parker (H.H. Kitson, sculptor), stands on the common in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Motto: TRANSLATES TO VICTORY.

Symbolism:

Shield: Oriental blue is the primary color traditionally used by Military Intelligence units. The shield is divided to underscore night and day capabilities and total readiness. The scroll suggests the organization’s linguist mission, while the griffin personifies vigilance and attention to detail.

Crest: The crest is that of the U.S. Army Reserve.

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 19 August 1997."

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117th Space Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Sable, the Big Dipper and surrounding stars four pointed Argent, in base a fess of three stylized mountains outlined chevronwise of the like (Silver Gray) issuing from a globe issuant in base Azure (Bluebird) fimbriated of the second (Silver Gray) bearing the middle two charges from the Colorado Army National Guard shoulder sleeve insignia, overall two piles out of dexter chief and sinister chief in point of the second.

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Colorado Army National Guard:  From a wreath Argent and Sable, a fasces Proper with ribbon Scarlet, of the first and Azure.

Motto: GUARDIANS OF SPACE.

Symbolism:

Shield: The stars and the black of space represent the unit’s space based mission. The Northern sky including Polaris and the Big Dipper symbolize guidance, optimism, and exploration. The stylized mountains denoting the Rocky Mountains are adapted from the Colorado National Guard distinctive unit insignia. The red “C” with the bezant represent the state of Colorado, home base of the organization. The rays emitting into space from the globe highlight the unit’s services of satellite imaging processing, intelligence support, and satellite communications to the U.S. Warfighting Forces.

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

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 4 September 2008."

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SLI Encinal High School JROTC, Alameda, CA.

"Description: A silver colored metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches ( 3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a silver radiant “keyhole” shape background bearing five interlaced silver rings in base enfiled by the handle of a blue torch with silver flame overlapping the background in base, below a light blue star.  The torch and star surmount a white open book. All within and below a blue circular swallow-tailed scroll arching above and inscribed “ENCINAL HIGH JETS” in silver letters.

Symbolism: Blue and white are the colors associated with the school. The torch signifies the cadets’ quest for knowledge and the open book represents academic instruction. The star symbolizes dedicated services and personal achievement of the cadets. The interlocking rings denote student body unity and athletic excellence."

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SSI of the above mentioned JROTC.

"Description: On a vertical rectangle arched convexly at top and bottom 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width and 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in height overall, a yellow sword and a jet plane crossed diagonally with points upward upon a field divided horizontally with blue above white and scarlet with the inscription “ENCINAL” at top “JETS’ at bottom both in white, all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) yellow border.

Symbolism: Red, white a blue are the national colors. The sword alludes to the JROTC program of military science, and the jet plane suggests the school’s nickname.

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized 13 February 1985."

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63rd Ordnance Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Gules (Crimson), six bezants in pile inverted one, two and three between three Revolutionary War cannons, two palewise, mouths to chief and one in base fesswise, mouth to dexter, Or.

Crest: From a wreath Or and Gules (Crimson) a bundle of bamboo rods Proper bound of the second, surmounted by a cross of bamboo Proper, all superimposed by a stylized lightning flash fesswise of the first.

Motto: SEMPER IBI (Always There).

Symbolism:

Shield: Crimson and gold (yellow) are the colors associated with the Ordnance Corps. The numerical designation of the Battalion is alluded to by the six bezants and three cannons, which refer again to Ordnance. Black denotes strength and solidarity, gold signifies excellence.

Crest: The lightning flash, derived from ancient Roman standard-bearers’ insignia, symbolizes World War II action in the Rome/Arno region and rapid response to mission needs. The bamboo rods recall the many campaigns in Vietnam in which the unit participated. It is surmounted by a bamboo cross recalling the award of the Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry. The scarlet binding refers to the Meritorious Unit Commendation awarded to the unit for action in Vietnam for the period 1968-1969.

Background: The coat of arms was originally approved for the 63d Ordnance Battalion on 21 September 1942. It was cancelled on 16 November 1976. The insignia was reinstated for the 63d Ordnance Battalion and amended to add a crest and change the motto on 14 October 1997. It was amended to correct the authorizations and blazon and update the symbolism on 28 July 2009."

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 30 April 1993.

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DUI 24th Support Battalion (this Battalion is not authorized a Coat of Arms).

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 inch (2.54 cm) in height overall consisting of a gold taro leaf bearing a blue wheel with thirteen spokes charged on the blue rim with thirteen gold mullets (stars) and centered on the wheel is the winged helmet of Mercury, in purple.

Symbolism: The taro leaf is representative of the Hawaiian Islands and symbolizes the original service of the unit. It is combined with the winged helmet of the old Transportation Corps and the wheel of the Supply Service.

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the Hawaiian Division Train on 24 March 1924. It was reassigned for the 11th Quartermaster Regiment effective 1 April 1936. It was redesignated for the 11th Quartermaster Battalion on 7 March 1942. It was rescinded on 4 September 1958. The insignia was reinstated and redesignated for the 24th Supply and Transport Battalion on 1 April 1963. It was redesignated for the 24th Support Battalion with the description and symbolism revised on 28 July 1987."

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77th Support Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Buff, a pale wavy Azure fimbriated Argent between a Lorraine cross (straight-armed cross with two transverses) of the second (Azure) fimbriated of the third (Argent) and an oak tree Proper.

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Army Reserve:  From a wreath Argent and Buff, the Lexington Minute Man, Captain John Parker (H.H. Kitson, sculptor), stands on the common in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Motto: ALWAYS PREPARED.

Symbolism:

Shield: The color of the shield is that of the Quartermaster Corps.  The blue wavy pale represents the Vesle River; the cross, the service in Lorraine; and the oak tree, the Argonne.

Crest: The crest is that of the United States Army Reserve.

Background: The coat of arms was originally approved for the 77th Division Train, Quartermaster Corps, Organized Reserves on 27 October 1925. It was redesignated for the 402d Quartermaster Regiment on 30 December 1937. It was redesignated for the 402d Quartermaster Battalion on 27 March 1942. The insignia was redesignated for the 77th Supply and Transportation Battalion on 11 March 1964. It was redesignated effective 16 September 2009, for the 77th Support Battalion."

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1st Information Operations Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Per chevron Argent and Purpure, in dexter chief a chess knight Sable and sinister chief a knight’s helm to sinister Azure, in base a demi-dragon rampant Gules edged of the first; on a chief Teal a sphere of the fourth, gridlined and fimbriated and charged with a lightning bolt of the first, surmounted by a sword in saltire, blade of the last, hand guard Sable edged Argent.

Crest: None.

Motto: CUSTODIA INDICIUM AUSUM (Protection Information Exploitation).

Symbolism:

Shield: Teal is the color traditionally associated with Branch Immaterial. The following three images symbolize the military expertise of the Battalion: the black chess piece denotes the Psychological Warfare and Military Deception capabilities; the red dragon signifies operation security and information warfare; the blue knight’s helm suggests protecting of the information domain.  The purple chevron represents the Battalion’s support to the Army and Joint Forces. The globe upon the chief indicates the ability to deploy on any military mission worldwide. The lightning bolt alludes to electronic warfare and computer networking operations, to attack, defend, and exploit. The sword denotes the unit’s responsibility and ability to defend and protect all forces.

Crest: None.

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

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904th Support Battalion.

"Blazon:

Shield: Tierced in pairle Sable, Gules, and Azure, a globe gridlined Or voided of the field, two spears saltirewise with wooden shafts Proper with points up of the fourth, issuant in chief a demi-roundel Argent thereon a howling wolf Proper.

Crest: None.

Motto: VIGILANT PROSPECTORS.

Symbolism:

Shield: Scarlet, blue, and white, our National colors, and the division of the shield refer to the Army Materiel Command. Gold is emblematic of excellence and black alludes to solvency. The globe highlights the global mission of the organization. The wolf howling at the desert moon is a tribute to the unit’s location at the National Training Center, located in the Mojave Desert of California. The crossed spears represent teamwork, military readiness, and might in wartime conflict and peacetime missions. The total device refers to the contracting process to all classes of supply and services necessary for mission success to support the Warfighter on and off the field of battle.

Crest: None.

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 30 April 2009."

Marcus K;71079 wrote:

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1st Information Operations Battalion.

Ick.

Nick

Yes it is a rather awful blending of colours.

Marcus K;71091 wrote:

Yes it is a rather awful blending of colours.

Also uses fimbriation in an attempt to get around the color-on-color rules, includes the extremely un-heraldic "teal" in it’s blazon, has objects in the bottom half of the shield blazoned "in chief," and probably some more things I’m missing.

Nick

Message #211, Eisenhower HS in Texas—really a nice design!