76 Infantry Brigade
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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.
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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.
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