321 Civil Affairs Brigade
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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 white open scroll
with ends rolled at top and bottom and having across its
center a representation of the Alamo in gold and in
front of it a white quill pen crossing from upper right
to lower left the point down and having a purple scroll
looped around it starting from the lower left and ending
at the lower right of the building, the scroll inscribed
"PEACE THRU UNITY" in gold.
- Symbolism:
Purple and white are colors associated with Civil
Affairs organizations. The scroll is symbolic of legal
documents and the quill pen stands for authority and
justice. The Alamo (originally the Church of Mission San
Antonio de Valero) has throughout its history played a
major role in the Civil Affairs of San Antonio, Texas
where the unit has its headquarters.
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for
the 321st Civil Affairs Group on 23 Jun 1971. It was
amended to change the motto on 5 May 1987. The insignia
was redesignated for the 321st Civil Affairs Brigade,
with description and symbolism revised, on 4 Mar 1993.
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Shoulder
Sleeve Insignia
- Description: A
purple rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8
inch (.32cm) white border 2 inches (5.08cm) in width and
3 inches (7.62cm) in height overall, bearing a gold
partly sheathed demi-sword and scabbard issuing from
base.
- Symbolism:
Purple and white are the colors traditionally associated
with Civil Affairs units. Gold is symbolic of excellence
and achievements. The partly sheathed demi-sword and
scabbard reflect the Brigade's mission, both during and
subsequent to hostilities.
- Background: The
shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized on 4 Mar 1993.
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