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16th Sustainment Brigade , A-1-919
16th Sustainment Brigade
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
On a buff vertical rectangular embroidered device, arched convexly at top and bottom, a red wedge-shape issuing from the bottom to the middle of the device, below a blue chevron embattled on the top, overall a diagonally crossed white battle-ax, blade up and pointing out and a key, ward up and pointing out; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) red border. Overall dimensions are 2 1/16 inches (5.24 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height.
Symbolism
Scarlet and buff are the colors traditionally associated with Sustainment units. The red wedge symbolizes support. The embattled chevron, illustrating the merlons and crenels of a castle, alludes to strong defense. The crossed battle-ax and key denote joint effort to provide warrior and logistical skills on the battlefield.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved effective 16 July 2007. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-919)
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Information & Plaques
Courtesy of The Institute of Heraldry!!
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