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SPECIAL TROOPS BATTALION, 3RD BRIGADE, 1ST CAVALRY DIVISION

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SPECIAL TROOPS BATTALION, 3RD BRIGADE, 1ST CAVALRY DIVISION — Distinctive unit insignia
Distinctive unit insignia

Authorised 11 August 2005

A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall blazoned as follows: Or, on a chevron enhanced Vert, three horseshoes reversed of the first; issuant from base a demi-griffin segreant Sable, langued, eyed and armed Gules supporting between the claws a key in pale ward up Or emitting two lightning flashes bend sinisterwise of the fourth. Attached below a Red motto scroll inscribed "STEADFAST AND VIGILANT" in Gold.

The chevron is the heraldic symbol for support. The three horseshoes denote the brigade's numeric designation. The combination of the chevron and horseshoes reflect the increased support capability to the brigade. The griffin, a mythical creature, part eagle and part lion, represents the unit's support, reconnaissance and security abilities that comprise the unit. The key signifies security and intelligence identified with the Military Intelligence capabilities of the battalion. The lightning flashes represent the electronic transmission that is characteristic of the Signal element.

The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 11 August 2005. Coat of Arms

SPECIAL TROOPS BATTALION, 3RD BRIGADE, 1ST CAVALRY DIVISION — Coat of arms
Coat of arms

Authorised 11 August 2005

Or, on a chevron enhanced Vert, three horseshoes reversed of the first; issuant from base a demi-griffin segreant Sable, langued, eyed and armed Gules supporting between the claws a key in pale ward up Or emitting two lightning flashes bend sinisterwise of the fourth. None. STEADFAST AND VIGILANT.

The chevron is the heraldic symbol for support. The three horseshoes denote the brigade's numeric designation. The combination of the chevron and horseshoes reflect the increased support capability to the brigade. The griffin, a mythical creature, part eagle and part lion, represents the unit's support, reconnaissance and security abilities that comprise the unit. The key signifies security and intelligence identified with the Military Intelligence capabilities of the battalion. The lightning flashes represent the electronic transmission that is characteristic of the Signal element. None.

The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 11 August 2005. Coat of Arms

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