91 Division (Training Support)
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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 a green enamel fir tree
charged in chief with a gold five pointed star and in
base a red enamel fleur-de-lis, all in front of a blue
enamel wavy band, below a gold scroll bearing the
inscription "Powder River" in black enamel
letters.
- Symbolism: The
green fir tree has been a traditional symbol used by the
Unit since 1919. The scarlet fleur-de-lis refers to
courageous combat service in Europe during World War I
and World War II. The gold star stands for the high
achievements of the 91st Division training program,
while the wavy blue band symbolizes the meandering
Powder River that stimulated the famous battle cry of
the 91st Division, "Powder River, Let’er Buck".
- Background: The
distinctive unit insignia was approved on 2 May 1968.
The insignia was redesignated for the 91st Division
(Training Support) effective 1 Oct 1999.
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Shoulder
Sleeve Insignia
- Description: On
a shield 2½ inches (6.35cm) overall with a 1/8 inch
(.32cm) black border, a green fir tree on an olive drab
background. Within the tree, the numerals "91"
in scarlet.
- Symbolism: The
green fir tree is symbolic of readiness and boldness,
the color green signifying fidelity and steadfastness of
purpose. The simplicity of the present design recalls
service in World Wars I and II, when the 91st Division
wore the distinctive fir tree.
- Background: The
shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the
91st Division by telegram on 8 Dec 1918 and by letter on
23 Jun 1922. It was rescinded on 25 Mar 1968. A new
insignia was designed and approved on 25 Mar 1968. On 7
Jul 1993 the insignia was cancelled and a new shoulder
sleeve insignia was approved for the 91st Division. The
shoulder sleeve insignia was redesignated for the 91st
Division (Training Support) effective 1 Oct 1999.
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