162 Quartermaster Battalion
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Unit
Insignia
- Description: A
gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm)
in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Per
chevron enhanced Azure (Light Blue) and Gules, on a
chevron embattled counter-embattled Or a stylized turret
Sable charged with a cross pommé of the field, in
base and above a fountain a sword point down and key
with ward to base saltirewise of the third. Attached
below and around the sides of the shield a black
tripartite scroll doubled and inscribed "SERVICE
WATER PRIDE"
- Symbolism:
Light blue is one of the colors traditionally used by
Quartermaster Corps and gold is emblematic of honor and
achievement. Red embodies courage and zeal. The
embattled chevron symbolizes strength and support and
highlights fortification and defense. The round sentry
box alludes to "The Devil’s Sentry" at
San Cristobal, San Juan, and gives emphasis to the
location and heritage of the battalion. The gold sword
and key are adapted from the Quartermaster insignia. The
heraldic water symbol and the motto reflect the
organization’s water supply mission and the
commitment to proudly serve and support its customers.
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was approved on 20 Jul 2001.
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Coat
of Arms
- Description:
Shield: Per chevron enhanced Azure (Light Blue) and
Gules, on a chevron embattled counter-embattled Or a
stylized turret Sable charged with a cross pommé
of the field, in base and above a fountain a sword point
down and key with ward to base saltirewise of the third.
Crest: That for the regiments and separate battalions of
the Puerto Rico Army National Guard: On a wreath of the
colors, Or and Azure (Light Blue), upon a closed book
Gules with pages edged Or a paschal lamb couchant with
staff and banner of San Juan (Gules a cross Argent) all
Proper. Motto: SERVICE WATER PRIDE.
- Symbolism:
Shield: Light blue is one of the colors traditionally
used by Quartermaster Corps and gold is emblematic of
honor and achievement. Red embodies courage and zeal.
The embattled chevron symbolizes strength and support
and highlights fortification and defense. The round
sentry box alludes to "The Devil’s Sentry"
at San Cristobal, San Juan, and gives emphasis to the
location and heritage of the battalion. The gold sword
and key are adapted from the Quartermaster insignia. The
heraldic water symbol and the motto reflect the
organization’s water supply mission and the
commitment to proudly serve and support its customers.
Crest: The crest is that of the Puerto Rico Army
National Guard.
- Background: The
coat of arms was approved on 20 Jul 2001.
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