7 Psychological Operations Group
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Unit
Insignia
- Description: A
gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm)
in width overall consisting of and radiating from
central base a white enameled torch with seven tongues
of red enameled flame between a gold quill on the left
and a gold Samurai sword, point down, on the right
surmounting a black enameled Torii Gate on a green
enameled background, all above a gray enameled scroll
bearing the inscription "Support By Truth" in
gold letters.
- Symbolism: The
torch, a symbol of enlightenment, with seven tongues of
flame alludes to the 7th Psychological Operations Group
and their basic mission. The torii refers to Okinawa,
where the organization was originally activated and the
present headquarters of the organization is located. The
quill and sword representing the correlation between
psychological operations and military achievement; the
quill representing the power of ideas; the sword, in
addition to representing military aspects of force,
alludes to the fact that psychological operations are
also a form of warfare. The sword, being a Katana,
alludes to the fact that the operations of the
Psychological Operations Group are centered in the Asian
Theater. The colors black, gray and white refer to the
color symbolism of black, gray and white propaganda. The
green background or backing is the color used for
Psychological Operations organizations.
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was authorized on 15 Apr 1969.
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Shoulder
Sleeve Insignia
- Description:
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- Symbolism: N/A
- Background: N/A
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