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13 July 2008 07:04
 

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SLI of the Coral Gables Senior High School JROTC; Coral Gables, FL.

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall, blazoned: Grebe (Silver Gray), a barrulet and in chief a pallet Argent (base metal) between in dexter chief a winged foot bendwise and in sinister chief two dexter hands clasped in bend sinister Gules. In base an open book of the second bound Sable, inscribed thereon in Roman capitals “DIRIGO.” On a scroll of the third turned of the first, passing behind a closed knight’s helmet ensigned above the shield and over the base of the shield, the words “CORAL GABLES” above and “HIGH SCHOOL” below in base metal letters.

 

Symbolism: Crimson and gray are the school colors. The open book symbolizes education. The clasped hands represent fellowship. The winged foot stands for athletics. The knight’s helmet is reminiscent of chivalric virtues, which are in turn expressed by the school motto “DIRIGO” or “I LEAD.”

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 29 November 2001"

 

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SLI of the Denver School District JROTC; Denver, CO.

 

"Description: A silver color metal and enamel insignia 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield divided into a light blue sky and dark blue mountains in base, issuing from base diagonally on the viewer’s left a silver hand grasping a red enamel torch enflamed. Attached below the shield a blue enamel scroll inscribed “AD DISCENDUM DUCERE” in silver letters. (SLI is for Denver High Schools, now Denver School District.)

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was approved on 8 July 1975."

 
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13 July 2008 07:07
 

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Arms of the US Coast Guard Cutter Waesche.

"BLAZON

 

SHIELD: Azure, on a point in base Gris a point embowed Vert, on Gris a silhouette of the early CG Destroyer CG-9 Beale Sable, overall a lighthouse to dexter side, its lantern issuing a light beam to sinister Proper, all within a bordure Gules.

 

CREST: On a wreath Argent and Azure a stylized compass rose of the last, four mullets Or within its quadrants.

 

SUPPORTERS: Saltirewise behind the shield a trident Or and a Naval officer’s sword point to base Proper.

 

MOTTO: The words “STRENGTH ENDURANCE SERVICE” in Gold letters on a tripartite Dark Blue scroll doubled Gold and interlacing the tips of the sword and trident.

 

SYMBOLISM

 

SHIELD: The lighthouse recalls Admiral Waesche’s profound influence and impact on the United States Coast Guard and its development through the twentieth century, particularly its amalgamation with the Lighthouse Service and Bureau of Marine Inspection.  The destroyer Beale refers to the Admiral’s post as Commanding Officer of that ship and its significant link to the Navy, which transferred it to the Coast Guard. It belonged to the most sophisticated class operated by the Coast Guard at that time and has relevance to the Legend class, today’s most modern ships in the Service. It recalls also Coast Guard control of illegal activity in the early years of Admiral Waesche‘s career. Blue represents the Coast Guard; white denotes integrity and pursuit of the highest goals. The scarlet bordure signifies courage, sacrifice and unity of purpose of Coast Guard personnel and recalls the expansion of the Service during World War II.

 

CREST: The compass rose represents Admiral Waesche’s wide scope of activities and influence in developing the United States Coast Guard’s abilities as a major force in the protection of the nation and its interests, notably in maritime matters. The stars signify his high rank in the service and recall his distinction as the first Coast Guard officer to achieve such status. Gold denotes excellence."

 
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18 July 2008 08:07
 

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SLI of the Campbell County Comprehensive High School JROTC; Jacksboro, TN.

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height consisting of a shield blazoned per fess dancetty, per pale Azure and Tenné, and Argent between in dexter chief a mullet of four points and in sinister chief a winged foot; a torch of the last flamant Tenné, in base a barrulet wavy of the first above the arched inscription “COUNTY” of the like.  Attached above the shield, a white scroll bearing the inscription “CAMPBELL” in Orange letters, above an arched Orange bar.

 

Symbolism: Blue and orange are the school colors. The dancetty divided shield above the wavy bar suggests the streams and mountains of the County’s geography. The torch represents the academic program of the school; the polestar denotes specified technical training; and the winged foot reflects physical training. All aspects focus to make the cadets successful community partners.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 11 November 1994."

 

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SLI of the D.H. Conley High School JROTC; Greenville, NC.

 

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/6 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall, consisting of an ultramarine blue shield charged with a gold head of a Viking warrior wearing a gold helmet augmented with two white horns. Attached below the shield is a gold metal scroll suggesting the carved prow of a Viking ship inscribed “VIKING PRIDE” in blue letters.

 

Symbolism: Blue and gold are the school’s colors. The Viking is the school’s mascot and reflects the spirit of the cadets.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 25 March 1993. "

 

It is sad to notice that the old myth of the Horned Viking Helmets dies hard.

 

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SLI of the Clyde A. Erwin High School JROTC; Asheville, NC.

 

"Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a silver shield on which is a red ring encompassing seven black logs below red flames surmounting a peace pipe and an arrow in saltire both red, the ring between a black representation of an eagle in the top of the shield, and a red fist emitting two red lightning flashes in base.  Attached around the base of the shield a three segmented red scroll inscribed “STRENGTH” on the dexter segment, “THROUGH” on the center segment and “INTEGRITY on the sinister segment in silver letters.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 29 August 1980."

 

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SLI of the Cherokee High School JROTC; Cherokee, NC.

 

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall, consisting of a vertical gold chipped arrowhead, point up, notched and inscribed at bottom in maroon (transparent) Cherokee alphabet letters “GWY.” Attached to the left of the arrowhead is an arc of several maroon (transparent) feathers interspersed with two gold strings of beads.

 

Symbolism: Maroon and gold are the school’s colors. The arrangement of feathers represents the Cherokee brave and suggests cadet’s training in military aspects. The strings of beads refer to traditional Cherokee craftsmanship and reflect the cadets’ resourcefulness with materials.  The arrowhead symbolizes defense and the cadets’ dedication to defend their country. The inscription “GWY” in the Cherokee alphabet alludes to the significant number of students who are members of the tribe.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 24 December 1991."

 
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05 August 2008 09:53
 

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SLI of the Camden High School JROTC; Camden, SC.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height consisting of a black arched shield bearing an open book with buff pages supporting a gold (transparent) crown issuing black feathers surmounted overall by a gold sword with black grip.  Issuing from the crown and arcing below the shield, a black triparted scroll inscribed “COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE” in gold letters.

 

Symbolism: Black and gold are the school’s colors. The ducal crown with feathers taken from the school’s coat of arms alludes to the legendary local Native American, King Haigler, and suggests the school’s heritage and location. The book reflects the cadet’s academic studies and the sword reflects their military training.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 19 February 1992."

 

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SLI of the Carl Hayden High School JROTC, Phoenix Union High School District; Phoenix, AZ.

 

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel insignia 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a blue shield on which is a gold eagle with wings elevated grasping in its talons a gold scroll. Attached below the shield a blue arced scroll inscribed “CARL HAYDEN” in gold letters.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 16 October 1981."

 

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SLI of the Camelback High School District JROTC, Phoenix Union High School District; Phoenix, AZ.

 

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall, consisting of a rectangular shield arced at top and bottom, divided diagonally from the viewer’s upper left to lower right orange above blue on which is centered a white shield with straight horizontal top and bottom and arced sides charged with a black sword with blade up, diagonally placed from upper left to lower right. Attached below the large shield a blue arced scroll inscribed “PRIMUS SUPER OMNIA” in gold metal letters.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 28 March 1979."

 
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05 August 2008 09:58
 

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SLI of the Central High School JROTC, Hamilton County Schools; Harrison, TN.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel shield-shaped device with segmented motto scroll attached below the shield, 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a gold color metal shield bearing a Torch of Knowledge surmounted by an anvil below a blacksmith hammer and between two lightning-like sparks all of purple.  On a purple segmented scroll, the inscription ”FIRST” on the dexter segment, “FOR” on the center segment, and “FREEDOM” on the sinister segment in gold letters.

 

Symbolism: Purple and gold are the colors of Central High School. The Torch of Knowledge, alluding to learning, is indicative of the endeavors of the cadets academically, physically, culturally, and in military science. The anvil, blacksmith hammer and lightning-like sparks are emblematic of the nickname associated with the School, “Purple Pounders.” The motto, “First in Freedom,” is representative of the School having won numerous Valley Forge Freedoms Awards.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 19 June 1978."

 

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SLI of the Sinagua High School JROTC, Flagstaff, AZ.

 

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Per chevron Argent (Silver) and Azure, the chief indented Sable, in base a horse rearing to sinister of the first. Attached below the shield, a Blue scroll inscribed “SINAGUA H.S. in base metal letters.

 

Symbolism: Blue and silver gray are the school colors. The Mustang, the school mascot, represents keen vision, strength, and precision. The chief split in two symbolizes the San Francisco Peaks, one of the highest landmarks in Arizona, and sacred to local Native Americans.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 25 July 2008."

 
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05 August 2008 16:27
 

Marcus K;61757 wrote:

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SLI of the Central High School JROTC, Hamilton County Schools; Harrison, TN.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel shield-shaped device with segmented motto scroll attached below the shield, 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a gold color metal shield bearing a Torch of Knowledge surmounted by an anvil below a blacksmith hammer and between two lightning-like sparks all of purple.  On a purple segmented scroll, the inscription ”FIRST” on the dexter segment, “FOR” on the center segment, and “FREEDOM” on the sinister segment in gold letters.

 

Symbolism: Purple and gold are the colors of Central High School. The Torch of Knowledge, alluding to learning, is indicative of the endeavors of the cadets academically, physically, culturally, and in military science. The anvil, blacksmith hammer and lightning-like sparks are emblematic of the nickname associated with the School, “Purple Pounders.” The motto, “First in Freedom,” is representative of the School having won numerous Valley Forge Freedoms Awards.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 19 June 1978."

 

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SLI of the Sinagua High School JROTC, Flagstaff, AZ.

 

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Per chevron Argent (Silver) and Azure, the chief indented Sable, in base a horse rearing to sinister of the first. Attached below the shield, a Blue scroll inscribed “SINAGUA H.S. in base metal letters.

 

Symbolism: Blue and silver gray are the school colors. The Mustang, the school mascot, represents keen vision, strength, and precision. The chief split in two symbolizes the San Francisco Peaks, one of the highest landmarks in Arizona, and sacred to local Native Americans.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 25 July 2008."


The blazon obviously differs wildly from the emblazonment with respect to the chief.  If the chief is anything, if this is the approach taken, it is obviously argent, not sable.  Yet another mistake by the TIOH.

 
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06 August 2008 05:18
 

Well I guess If one follows the blazon such as it is the sable field would be above the argent field.

 
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06 August 2008 10:24
 

But, is it really a "chief" if it does not touch the top of the shield?  I don’t really have a problem with the argent actually being a "silver-grey", but I do find it hard to call the "black mountains" a "chief indented Sable".  More like a fess.  Another "problem" that I see is the "fimbriation" of whatever the "chief" actually is.  Too many "shades" of "argent".  It is a striking design, though.  Or, could be, with some "cleanup".

 
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16 August 2008 08:59
 

I think I now have got what they are trying to describe with the term chief indented, it is the upper part of the black field. It is however an unfortunate use at it does not realy describe what is intended.

Continuing with the news:

 

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SLI of the Logan County High School JROTC; Russellville, KY.

 

"Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 5/16 inches (3.33 cm) in width overall consisting of a light blue star interlacing a blue ring inscribed “FIGHTING COUGARS” to base; surmounted by a silver-colored cougar face, affronté.

 

Symbolism: Blue and white are the school’s colors. The school’s mascot is the Cougar.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 31 March 1994."

 

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SLI of the West Port High School JROTC; Ocala, FL.

 

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Quarterly Azure and Argent (Silver Gray) by a cross diminished, in the first quarter a lamp of knowledge, in the second quarter a scroll surmounted by a quill pen point to base, in the third quarter a wolf head howling couped at the neck, and in the fourth quarter a torch of enlightenment all of the second. Attached below the shield, a Black scroll inscribed “WEST PORT H.S.” in base metal letters.

 

Symbolism: Black, teal, and silver gray are the school colors. The lamp symbolizes wisdom and enlightenment. The quill feather pen and scroll signify penmanship. The wolf head represents the wolf pack mentality with one leader who earns the right to lead. The torch represents regenerative leadership.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 31 July 2008."

 

 

SLI of the Charles Henderson High School JROTC; Troy, AL.

 

"Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height consisting of a blue shield bearing an orange Trojan’s head couped at the neck; beneath the shield a silver arced scroll inscribed “TROJANS” in blue letters.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 27 December 1977."

 
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SLI of the Charlotte Amalie High School JROTC; St Thomas, VI.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a blue shield bearing a chicken hawk poised in flight grasping in the dexter claw an olive branch and in its sinister claw three arrows, all gold. Attached below the shield a gold arced scroll inscribed “TO EXCEL ALWAYS” in blue letters.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 28 November 1979."

 

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SLI of the Denbigh High School JROTC; Newport News, VA.

 

"Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a blue shield on which is a silver horizontal band bearing three red lozenges. Attached below the shield, a silver segmented scroll inscribed “VIRTUTIS” on the dexter segment, “PRAEMIUM” on the center segment, and “HONOR” on the sinister segment, all letters blue.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 11 May 1976."

 

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SLI of the Plano Senior High School JROTC; Plano, TX.

 

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height, consisting of a shield blazoned: Sanguine (Maroon), a wildcat’s head caboshed Argent detailed Sable all within a diminished bordure of the second, surmounting a Light Blue star between two Yellow stars, all between the handles of two Silver sabers in saltire points to base. Attached below the shield, a Maroon scroll inscribed “PLANO” in Silver letters.

 

Symbolism: Maroon and white are the school colors. The wildcat is the school mascot. The stars signify the organization’s tradition of distinction and honors. The crossed swords reflect military training and education.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 22 October 1990."

 

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SLI of the Central Catholic High School JROTC; San Antonio, TX.

 

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel insignia 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a blue shield on which is the façade of Central Catholic High School below a Latin cross and a five-pointed star all gold.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia originally authorized 7 May 1941, was revised 22 August 1975, to reflect change from silver to gold color metal."

 
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18 August 2008 07:01
 

26th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade:

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SSI:

 

"Description: On an olive drab diamond with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) olive drab border, 3 11/16 inches (9.37 cm) wide by 4 3/16 inches (10.64 cm) high, the ultramarine blue monogram “YD.”

 

Symbolism: Blue is a color associated with Infantry. The monogram refers to the “Yankee Division,” the original allocation of the organization.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 26th Division on 28 June 1922. It was amended to change the description on 6 May 1936. It was redesignated for the 26th Infantry Brigade, Massachusetts Army National Guard with the description and symbolism added on 6 October 1993. The insignia was redesignated effective 1 September 2006, for the 26th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. It was redesignated effective 1 September 2008, for the 26th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade."

 

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DUI:

 

"Description: A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height, overall a pentagon, one point down, divided per pairle Argent, Gules and Azure bearing the crest for the National Guard of the State of Massachusetts Proper above six mullets in chevron reversed Or.

 

Symbolism: The crest refers to the units of the Massachusetts Army National Guard of which the Brigade is composed. The six stars are the six major engagements of the predecessor, the 26th Infantry Division, for its initial combat service during World War I.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the noncolor bearing units of the 26th Infantry Division, Massachusetts Army National Guard on 2 February 1956. It was redesignated for the 26th Infantry Brigade, Massachusetts Army National Guard with the description and symbolism revised on 6 October 1993. It was redesignated for the 26th Brigade, 29th Infantry Division on 3 August 2005. The insignia was redesignated effective 1 September 2006, for the 26th Infantry Brigade Combat Team. It was redesignated effective 1 September 2008, for the 26th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade."

 
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18 August 2008 07:08
 

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303rd Ordnance Battalion.

"Blazon:

 

Shield: Or, on a pale Gules (Crimson) in chief a spanner of the first; on a base counterchanged, a pale charged with a Torii gate Sable.

 

Crest: From a wreath Or and Gules (Crimson), within a circlet of pellets, a phoenix Proper.

 

Motto: ASSURED QUALITY.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: Crimson is the color traditionally associated with Ordnance units. The pale denotes the Battalion’s military determination. The spanner, a medieval wrench used to tighten wheel lock firearms symbolizes maintenance, the unit’s past mission and branch affiliation. The Torii gate alludes to World War II service in Okinawa.

 

Crest: The pellets signify munitions and the mission of the Battalion. The phoenix, adapted from the State Seal of Hawaii, represents resurrection, suggesting the Battalion’s reactivation from a Maintenance to an Ordnance organization.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved effective 16 October 2009 [sic!]."

 

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Special Troops Battalion, 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team.

 

"Blazon:

 

Shield: Azure, a pale bretessed and double-parted Argent surmounted by a gauntlet closed, palm inward Argent (Silver Gray), edged of the first, charged on the sleeve with two mullets in pale Gules; on a chief of the last, ajourné Argent, a bowie knife fesswise, point to dexter Argent (Silver Gray).

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Mississippi Army National Guard: From a wreath Argent and Azure, a slip of magnolia full flower with leaves Proper behind a trident Sable.

 

Motto: HONOR IS OUR STRENGTH.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: Red, white, and blue are the nation’s colors and the colors of the Mississippi flag.  The pale parted suggests railroad tracks, denoting the City of Meridian, which was founded at the junction of several railroad lines and the home state of the Brigade. The gauntlet represents strength and symbolizes the call sign used by the Headquarters, “Knight.” The red stars signify the Battalion’s combat deployment during World War II and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The chief with the separations illustrates the battlements of a castle and suggests the unit’s lineage to the 150th Engineer Battalion. The four merlons commemorate the four soldiers of the 150th Engineer who lost their lives during Operation Iraqi Freedom: MSG Sean Cooley, SGT Robert McNail, SSG Larry Arnold and SGT Terrence Lee. The bowie knife indicates the Battalion’s association to the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team.

 

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

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 18 April 2008."

 
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Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division.

"Blazon:

 

Shield: Per fess arched Celeste (Light Blue) and Azure a fess arched Vert edged Argent, overall a pale of the last surmounted of another Azure (Dark Blue) charged with five pheons erect Argent (Silver Gray).

 

Crest: From a wreath Argent and Celeste (Light Blue), two palm fronds in chevron reversed Vert superimposed at base by a banner, Gules, Or and Sable, overall four daggers interlaced fretwise, blades and garnish of the fifth, hilt and pommel of the sixth.

 

Motto: POINT OF THE DAGGER.

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The background colors symbolize the unit’s ability to deploy worldwide in a timely manner; light blue refers to the air, green implies the earth/land and blue is for the sea. The pale denotes military strength and dark blue is the color traditionally associated with Infantry units and emphasizes the Battalion’s promptness to enable the Brigade and other Battalions within the Brigade with military intelligence, signal, engineer, military police, chemical, biological, and nuclear capabilities. The pheons signify readiness and allude to the five components that comprise the Special Troops Battalion: military intelligence, signal, engineer, military police and chemical, which are crucial to success of the Brigade on the battlefield.

 

Crest:The palm fronds denote honor, symbolizing the decorations awarded for service in Vietnam and Iraq. The banner signifies reward for valiant service and indicates the Battalion’s Superior Unit Award. The daggers in fret illustrate the unit’s four campaign credits.

 

Background: The coat of arms was approved on 18 April 2008."

 

 

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USCG Joint Harbor Operations Center.

 

"SHIELD: On a field Silver Gray, a chief bearing a representation of Mount St. Helen Gris (Mid-Gray), overall a compass rose surmounting a trident and officer’s sword points up saltirewise Or; a bordure Gris.

 

CREST: NONE

 

SUPPORTER: Behind the shield and supporting it upon its breast a stylized Totem-based eagle of Native –American heritage, wings displayed Sable and garnished Gules, Argent and Azure, its tail intertwining a tri-partite motto scroll Or inscribed “COMMAND CONTROL COLLABORATION” in Sable letters, the whole device upon a Silver Gray disc rayed Gris, a wavy field in base Buff with wave crests Argent.

 

SEAL: The device as blazoned above on the disc as described above all enclosed within a black designation band edged on the outside with silver rope and inscribed at top “JOINT HARBOR OPERATIONS CENTER” and in base “PUGET SOUND” in white letters, between two gold mullets.

 

SYMBOLISM

 

Black denotes strength of purpose and represents the native Indian heritage of the Puget Sound region, signified again by the stylized eagle.  The shield displays Mount St. Helen and the expanse of Puget Sound below. The compass rose, trident and sword represent the Center’s readiness to pursue and complete its multiple mission requirements.  The rays symbolize unit cohesion and future goals, the waves below again represent Puget Sound."

 
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SLI of the Colombia Senior High School JROTC; Lake City, FL.

"Description: A gold color metal and enamel insignia 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield quartered per pale and per chevron reversed, first and fourth quarters of purple, second and third quarters of white; on the first quarter an alligator, on the second quarter a sailing ship; on the third quarter an airplane above a stylized cloud formation and on the fourth quarter a frond of wild fern, all gold, attached above the shield a wreath supporting a tiger’s head couped, in perspective all gold; attached below the shield a purple scroll inscribed “COLUMBIA” in gold letters.

 

Background: The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 16 February 1977."

 

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362nd Regiment.

 

"Blazon:

 

Shield: Azure, a pine tree Vert fimbriated Or between in chief a fleur-de-lis and lion rampant and in base a bear passant all of the third.

 

Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Army Reserve:  On a wreath of the colors Or and Azure, 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: ARMA TUENTUR PACEM (Arms Are The Guardian Of Peace).

 

Symbolism:

 

Shield: The pine tree is from the shoulder sleeve insignia of the 91st Division.  The fleur-de-lis represents the service in France, the lion the service in Belgium and the bear the allocation of the Regiment to California.

 

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

 

Background: The coat of arms was originally approved for the 362d Infantry Regiment on 10 June 1925.  It was redesignated for the 362d Regiment on 26 January 1962. "

 
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SSI of the 30th Medical Command.

"Description: On a maroon rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border, 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, a white sword entwined by a gold serpent grasping a gold star in its jaws.

 

Symbolism: Maroon and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Medical Corps. The upright sword symbolizes military preparedness and is entwined by a serpent recalling the Staff of Aesculapius and a heritage of medical service. The star represents the state of Texas, where the 30th Medical Regiment was first activated.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 30th Medical Brigade on 10 December 1993. It was redesignated for the 30th Medical Command on 19 August 2008."

 

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DUI of the 30th Medical Command.

 

"Description: A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Sanguine a sword in pale Argent, point upward entwined by a serpent Vert, holding in its mouth a mullet Or, between two daggers fesswise in cross, points to center of the second, hilts and pommels of the fourth. Attached below the shield a Silver scroll doubled and inscribed “IN CRUCE MEA FIDES” in Black letters.

 

Symbolism: Maroon and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Medical Corps. The sword and daggers characterize the unit as a military organization, while their position in the form of a cross entwined by a serpent, indicates it is a medical unit. The star in the mouth of the serpent is representative of the state of activation, Texas. The motto, “In Cruce Mea Fides” (In The Cross Is My Faith), is expressive of the confidence placed in the medical functioning of the original organization.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 30th Medical Regiment on 10 February 1943. It was amended to correct the description on 26 June 1943. On 3 February 1959, the insignia was rescinded. It was reinstated and redesignated for the 30th Medical Group on 16 June 1966. The insignia was redesignated for the 30th Medical Brigade with description and symbolism revised on 10 December 1993. It was redesignated for the 30th Medical Command on 19 August 2008."

 

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SSI US Army element, US Africa Command.

 

"Description: On a light blue oval-shaped embroidered item, coming to a point at the top and bottom, two palm fronds crossed at base Proper, surmounted by a blue oval shield edged with a 1/16 inch red border bearing the green landmasses of Africa; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border. Overall dimensions are 3 1/8 inches (7.94 cm) in height and 2 7/16 inches (6.19 cm) in width.

 

Symbolism: Blue alludes to the commitment to the unity and coordination of Africa’s allies to promote the United States Africa Command mission. The palm fronds indicate Africa’s hope to achieve unity on the continent and to build a partnership throughout the world.  Red stands for liberation. Green denotes prosperity. The landmasses of Africa symbolize the continent’s fortitude and the Command’s area of operation.

 

Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 26 November 2007."

 

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DUI of the US Army element, US Africa Command.

 

"Description: A silver metal and enamel device 1 5/32 inches (2.94 cm) in height consisting of a blue oval-shaped shield coming to a point at the top and bottom bearing a green stylized landmass of Africa, all within a red diminished border, above and between two palm fronds crossed at base.  Attached above the device a blue scroll inscribed “UNITED STATES AFRICA COMMAND” in silver.

 

Symbolism: Blue alludes to the commitment of unity and coordination of Africa’s allies to promote the United States Africa Command mission. The palm fronds indicate Africa’s hope to achieve harmony on the continent and to build a partnership throughout the world.  Green denotes prosperity. Red stands for liberation. The stylized landmass of Africa symbolizes the continent’s fortitude and the Command’s area of operation.

 

Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 30 April 2008."