36 Infantry Brigade
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Unit
Insignia
- Description: A
gold color metal and enamel device 1 inch (2.54cm) in
height overall, consisting of a white star bearing a
gold sprig of live oak, the points of the star supported
at the sides and base by two blue horns of the Longhorn,
the base crossed saltirewise and the tips rising on each
side circled and connected above the star by a triparted
gold scroll bordered blue and inscribed "I'LL LEAD
YOU" in blue.
- Symbolism: Blue
and white are colors traditionally associated with
Infantry, the Brigade's original designation. The white
star, from the flag of Texas, refers to the Brigade's
allotment to the Texas Army National Guard. The historic
Longhorn, noted as an alert, rugged breed, was a
swift-footed, aggressive fighter. The long sharp horns
allude to the tactical mission and spirit of the
organization's performance. The leaves of the
wide-spreading live oak, symbolic of strength and
durability, are depicted on the Seal of Texas; and the
sprig of live oak signifies the varied support
capabilities of the Brigade. The motto is a quotation
attributed to General John Bell Hood.
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for
the 36th Infantry Brigade on 12 Jan 1967. It was
rescinded on 2 Sep 1976. On 27 Jul 1989 the insignia was
reinstated, the description and symbolism revised, and
redesignated for the 36th Brigade, 50th Armored
Division.
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Shoulder
Sleeve Insignia
- Description: On
a blue shield rounded at base within a 1/8 inch (.32cm)
red border 2 1/4 inches (5.72cm) in width overall, a
white five-pointed star with a detached and tapered red
ray between and within each of the points.
- Symbolism: The
white star on a blue field was suggested by the first
official flag of the Republic of Texas adopted in May
1836 from the design of Lorenzo de Zavala, a native of
San Antonio, Texas. To this has been added red rays
which allude to the courage of all Texans who have
fought gallantly in all wars since 1826, and a red
border which refers to the blood shed in protecting not
only the liberties of the United States but the
liberties of all.
- Background: The
shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 10 May 1967. It
was cancelled on 1 Nov 1973.
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