Нарукавный знак 71-ой бригады наблюдения за театром боевых действий СВ США

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
A blue (oriental blue) arrowhead shaped device 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width overall bearing two yellow (goldenlight) lightning flashes pilewise, superimposed by a black griffin’s head erased with a white eye and brow, pupil black.
Symbolism
The arrowhead recalls the historical lineage and association as part of the 36th Infantry Division. The oriental blue is the traditional color of Military Intelligence Corps; the griffin embodies vigilance, alertness, and courage, referring to the unique Soldiers assigned this mission. The contrast of the white and black of the griffin’s eye symbolizes overt and clandestine nature of the Battlefield Surveillance Brigade mission. The two lightning flashes represent the extraordinary mix of communication, electronic warfare, and Cavalry, this combined symbology fully represents the speed, agility, and range of target engagement capabilities of the Battlefield Surveillance Brigade force structure.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 29 July 2010. It was amended to change the symbolism on 22 November 2011. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-1031)

Нарукавный знак 297-ой бригады наблюдения за театром боевых действий СВ США

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
An embroidered insignia 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Yellow border, a shield blazoned: Per bend Celeste and Argent (Silver Gray) a lightning flash in bend Or between a saber to base point up bendwise of the second and a wolf’s head erased Sable eyed with a mullet of the third.
Symbolism
Oriental blue and silver gray, representing loyalty and determination, are associated with Military Intelligence. The yellow/gold border is emblematic of excellence and is the traditional color of Cavalry. The blue and gold are also colors of the Alaska flag where the unit was first organized. The wolf epitomizes the fierce hunter and is symbolic of the brotherhood, bond, and commitment felt within the Brigade. The saber symbolizes the unit’s Cavalry scouts. The gold diagonal lightning bolt represents the signal company’s part in the Brigade. As a symbol of Alaska , Polaris, the North Star, is shown as the wolf’s always true and steady eye, guiding the unit forward with absolute focus and direction. The two sections of the shield refer to the operational and tactical aspects of the unit’s primary mission.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 5 October 2011. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-1064)

Нарукавный знак 142-ой бригады наблюдения за театром боевых действий СВ США

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
On a light blue circular embroidered item, a yellow star polygon of eight points, the sides arched inwardly, surmounted by a white star polygon, the same shape, displaying a red diagonal cross, surmounted by two silver gray diagonally placed swords, points down; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) light blue border. The overall diameter is 3 inches (7.62 cm).
Symbolism
The eight pointed star polygon, symbolic of Helios the Greek God of the Sun, who could see and hear everything, denotes alertness. The red diagonal cross of the white star polygon signifies the Alabama State flag, the home state of the Brigade. The crossed swords suggest the aggressive and protective requirements and the elements of physical danger inherent in the mission. The following colors represent the branches that form the Brigade: oriental blue refers to the Military Intelligence functions and yellow and red indicates the Cavalry capabilities to accomplish its reconnaissance mission.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 3 March 2011. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-1045)