455 Chemical 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 gold dragon's head
upon a gold rayed background enclosed by a blue benzene
ring; superimposed in base by a green scroll doubled and
inscribed "PROTECTING THE FORCE" in gold.
- Symbolism:
Cobalt blue and golden yellow/gold are the colors
traditionally used by Chemical organizations. The
dragon, a legendary creature, symbolizes the fire and
destruction of chemical warfare. The benzene ring
adapted from the Chemical Corps insignia of branch
encloses a rayed background which suggests an explosion
commemorating the unit's campaign service during World
War II.
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was approved on 25 Aug 1999.
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Shoulder
Sleeve Insignia
- Description: A
golden yellow rectangle arced at top and bottom with a
1/8 inch (.32cm) cobalt blue border 2 inches (5.08cm) in
width and 3 inches (7.62cm) in height overall bearing a
green dragon's head erased with a light green chest,
golden yellow eye, cobalt blue pupil, white teeth and a
scarlet tongue and barbs.
- Symbolism:
Cobalt blue and yellow are the colors traditionally used
Chemical units. The dragon, a legendary creature,
symbolizes the fire and destruction of chemical warfare.
- Background: The
shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 25 Aug 1999.
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