U.S. Army Philippine Combat Headquarters, A-1-55

Description/Blazon
On a scarlet spade shaped shield 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width a yellow carabao's head caboshed.
Symbolism
The head of a carabao was the general symbol used to identify Philippine Scout personnel.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Philippine Division on 8 July 1922. It was redesignated for the 12th Infantry Division on 27 November 1946. The insignia was redesignated for the Philippine Combat Headquarters on 15 December 1947.
(TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-55)
Information & Plaques Courtesy of The Institute of Heraldry!!