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76 Infantry Brigade

76 Infantry Brigade
Unit Insignia

  • Description: A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18cm) in width consisting of a red arrowhead bearing a silver fleur-de-lis superimposed by two diagonally crossed silver bayonets, all upon a blue scroll inscribed at the top "POINT THE WAY" in silver.
  • Symbolism: Blue and white/silver are the colors traditionally associated with Infantry units. The arrowhead, highlighting the unit's motto, is red, alluding to the brigade's war service and meritorious unit commendations. The fleur-de-lis symbolizes their assault landing in France during World War II. The bayonets, which reflect the unit's mission, symbolize military preparedness and are crossed to denote strength and cooperation.
  • Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 21 Mar 1995.

76 Infantry Brigade
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

  • Description: On a 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, a white arrowhead throughout bearing a black bayonet.
  • Symbolism: Blue and white are the colors traditionally associated with Infantry units. The arrowhead and bayonet underscore the unit's primary mission. Black and white denote the brigade's 24-hour readiness and capabilities.
  • Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 21 Mar 1995.