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149th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, A-1-560
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
On a shield 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 2 3/8 inches (6.03 cm) in height overall divided per cross blue and red a stylized yellow drive sprocket voided of the field all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) yellow border.
Symbolism
The colors yellow, blue and red are used for the principal combat arms. The forward drive sprocket of a tank symbolizes the striking power and mobility of the armor mission. The blue color is also a reference to the sobriquet of Kentucky as the Blue Grass State, home area of the organization.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 149th Armor Brigade on 5 March 1973. It was redesignated for the 149th Infantry Brigade Combat Team with the description updated effective 1 September 2006. The insignia was redesignated for the 149th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade effective 1 September 2008.
(TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-560)
(TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-560)
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Information & Plaques
Courtesy of The Institute of Heraldry!!
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