399 Civil Affairs Group
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Unit
Insignia
- Description: A
gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches
(3.02cm) in height overall consisting of seven gold sun
rays issuing from four purple mountain peaks above a
gold land area, overall in base a white enamel open
scroll bearing a gold sprig of oak leaves, all enclosed
by a continuous purple enamel scroll folded back on each
side, top and bottom and inscribed at the top "ASSISTANCE"
and at base "TOWARD PEACE" all in gold
letters.
- Symbolism: The
sun rays are symbolic of enlightenment; the gold sun
rays behind the purple mountain range also allude to the
far west and Monterey, California where the organization
was originally activated. The scroll bearing the sprig
of oak leaves symbolizes the famous "Charter Oak"
of Connecticut, while also referring to the civil
affairs mission and the present location of the
organization. Purple and white are colors used for Civil
Affairs units.
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was approved on 24 Jan 1975.
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Shoulder
Sleeve Insignia
- Description:
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- Symbolism: N/A
- Background: N/A
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