Нарукавный знак 7 бригады связи СВ США
Description
A shield arced at top and base 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width overall divided chevronwise blue (ultramarine) and white, a seven stepped orange area (one step in center and three on either side) issuing from base onto the white area, in chief two orange diagonal electric flashes with both ends pointed emitting from the top step of the orange stepped area, all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors used for the Signal Corps. The blue area alludes to the troposphere, the lower portion of the atmosphere which extends, more or less, seven miles above the surface of the earth, the stratosphere forming the atmosphere’s upper portion. The seven steps of the orange area refer to antenna, wave length, frequency, modulation, selectivity, volume and control and also allude to the numerical designation (7) of the Brigade. The two electric flashes or impulses symbolize the transmitting and the receiving of radio and radar signals and communication, the white pointed area simulating the “bending” or breaking of electric waves (beams) in the troposphere and the scattering of a portion of them back to earth.
Background
Нарукавный знак 6 командования войск связи СВ США
Description
An orange hexagon, one point up, with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) blue border, 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width overall, bearing a blue falcon's head, eye white, charged on the neck with a lightning flash point up, also white.
Symbolism
Orange and white are colors traditionally associated with the Signal Corps. The designation of the Command is reflected by the six sides of the device. The unit's motto, "Voice of the Desert," is signified by the desert falcon , symbolizing vigilance, speed and clarity of communications. Blue stands for devotion to duty and loyalty. The lightning flash represents speed and electronic communication.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 24 June 1991.
Нарукавный знак 5 командования войск связи СВ США
Description
On an orange shield with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height a stylized green demi-dragon with red eye emitting two black flashes.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with Signal units. The demi-dragon alludes to the unit’s area of operations in Worms, Germany.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 24 October 1994. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-815)
Нарукавный знак 2 бригады связи СВ США
Description
Centered upon a diamond shape with each side 2 inches (5.08cm) in length, two vertical orange lightning flashes on and over a white globe with blue gridlines all on a white field inclosed by a 1/8 inch (.32cm) wide orange border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors associated with the Signal Corps. The lightning flashes are an allusion to the basic mission of the organization, and the color blue refers to the unit's capability to support the combat mission. The two flashes simulate the Roman numeral II and suggest the unit's numerical designation. The globe alludes to the worldwide scope of the unit's mission and the unit's affiliation with the U.S. Army Communications Command.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 6 Mar 1981.
Нарукавный знак 1 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On a shield 2 1/4 inches in width overall divided into three vertical stripes orange, blue and orange, the blue center stripe 1 inch in width and surmounted by an unsheathed sword, point to top, the hilt yellow and the blade forming a bolt of lightning all within a yellow 1/8 inch border.
Symbolism
The orange field of the shield and the yellow border were suggested by the authorized shoulder sleeve insignia of the Strategic Communications Command of which the 1st Signal Brigade is a part. The lightning bolt, which also appear on the Strategic Communications Command shoulder sleeve insignia, is depicted on the distinctive insignia (badge) of the 1st Signal Brigade. In this instance, the lightning bolt, a symbol of communication, has been used as a sword blade and attached to a hilt, the sword thus referring to both the tactical and support mission of the organization. The blue vertical stripe with "sword" (suggested by the authorized shoulder sleeve insignia for the United States Army, Vietnam) alludes to the unit?s numerical designation.
Background
The insignia was approved on 5 Oct 66.
Нарукавный знак 1 командования войск связи СВ США
Description
On an orange disc within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border 2 3/8 inches (6.03 cm) overall, three white rings graduating in size and having a common tangent at the base, the smallest circle surrounding a blue roundel all surmounted by a vertical blue lightning flash issuing from lower border and extending to top border.
Symbolism
The blue lightning streak on target symbolizes the 1st Signal Command's ability to carry on all functions of its mission with speed and accuracy. The white rings refer to the emanating effect of transmitting radio waves through space. The single lightning flash (1) further distinguishes the 1st Signal Command. Orange and white are colors used by the Signal Corps.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 24 July 1968.
Нарукавный знак 93-й Бригады войск связи СВ США
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
Centered upon a blue disc 2 3/4 inches (6.99 cm) in diameter a white nine-pointed star, and centered thereon in a triangular form, three orange flashes.
Symbolism
The colors blue and white are a reference to the organization which is served by the unit. Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the US Army Signal Corps and the flashes refer to the signal communications mission of the organization. The outward points of the star connote signals transmitted and the inward points connote signals received. The nine points and three flashes allude to the unit’s numerical designation.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 10 February 1981. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-667)
Нарукавный знак 1108 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On a rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border, 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08) in width overall, divided horizontally orange above white by a black horizontal bar, at top a blue sphere outlined and gridlined yellow and at bottom two black flashes issuing from either corner and converging at center forming a yellow arrow.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the signal corps. Black represents strength, solidity, and determination. Black and white allude to day and night preparedness and operations. The globe indicates the worldwide impact of the unit’s mission. The two flashes converging at center with a horizontal bar suggest a fulcrum or balance scale, denoting the melding of strategic and tactical communications support for the war fighter. The peak of the arrow formed by the two flashes symbolizes the highest standard of operational readiness maintained by the command.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on July 7, 1995.
Нарукавный знак 1107 бригады связи СВ США
Нарукавный знак 1104 бригады связи СВ США
Нарукавный знак 1101 бригады связи СВ США
Нарукавный знак 516 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On an orange vertical rectangle arched at top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border, 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width overall, two white diagonally crossed lightning flashes superimposed by a stylized black South Pacific spear issuing from base.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors associated with the Signal Corps. Black represents strength, solidity and twenty-four hour military preparedness. The crossed lightning flashes are indicative of communications and electronics; they are crossed to symbolize strength. The flashes form two arrowheads pointing inward, suggesting the processing of signal communications. The spear reflects the fighting aspect, suggesting the unit’s aggressiveness and the heritage and home location.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally authorized for the 1106th Signal Brigade on 11 October 1989. It was cancelled for the 1106th Signal Brigade effective 15 October 1992 and authorized for the 516th Signal Brigade effective 16 October 1992. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-769)
Нарукавный знак 359 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On a rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) golden yellow border 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, with the background quartered orange and white a blue globe outlined and gridlined white; overall issuing from upper left a golden yellow lightning flash to lower right.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with Signal units. The flash symbolizes the unit's mission and connotes speed and accuracy. The blue globe signifies the unit's worldwide capabilities.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 12 January 1988. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-744)
Нарукавный знак 335 командования войск связи СВ США
Description
A dark blue vertical rectangle arched at top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border, 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall having in base the polar section of an orange globe with white grid lines and issuant therefrom two white-edged orange flashes with points converging at top center.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors associated with the Signal Corps. Dark blue signifies the atmosphere and the flashes and globe are symbolic of the unit's worldwide communication capability.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 30 October 1985. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-715)
Нарукавный знак 311 командования войск связи СВ США
Description
On a blue shield 3 1/4 inches (8.26cm) in height with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) white border, a yellow Phoenix arising from a red flame all above an orange demi-globe gridlined blue in base.
Symbolism
The Phoenix arising from the flame represents rebirth and is indicative of a new command. The orange demi-globe symbolizes the worldwide capabilities of the organization. The blue background alludes to the sky and the transmission of voice, picture and data via satellite.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 22 Mar 1996.
Нарукавный знак 261 бригады связи СВ США
Description
A lozenge with horizontal axis 3 3/8 inches (8.57 cm) overall and vertical axis 2 3/4 inches (6.99 cm) overall consisting of four lozenges conjoined, the upper of colonial blue and bearing a white five pointed star and each of the remaining three divided into white and orange areas by a zig-zag partition line, all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) buff border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors used by Signal units. Colonial blue and buff were suggested by the flag of the state of Delaware. The single star alludes to Delaware as the "first state" to sign the Constitution; it is also used to indicate the capital city of Dover, the unit's home area. The pattern formed by the conjoined lozenges is indicative of precise planning and represents the unit's capabilities. The white and orange zig-zag simulates electric flashes and refers to the technology of a communications system and the unit's mission.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for 261st Signal Command on 7 January 1971. It was amended to correct the description on 27 January 1971. The insignia was redesignated for the 261st U.S. Army Strategic Communications Command on 19 January 1972. It was redesignated for the 261st Signal Command on 4 December 1974. It was redesignated for the 261st Signal Brigade effective 1 September 1996. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-542)
Нарукавный знак 228 бригады связи СВ США
Нарукавный знак 187 бригады связи СВ США
Нарукавный знак 160 бригады связи СВ США
Description
A vertical rectangle arched at top and base 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall having in base the upper portion of a blue globe with white gridlines, and above the globe on an orange background two yellow lightning flashes, one issuant from either side, their points crossed at upper center; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) wide white border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors associated with the Signal Corps, and the color blue refers to the unit's capability to support the combat mission. The yellow flashes are an allusion to the basic mission of the organization and along with the globe, denoting the worldwide scope of the unit's mission, they indicate the unit's affiliation with the US Army Communications Command.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 6 March 1981. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-661)
Нарукавный знак 142 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On a white square each side 2 inches (5.08cm) in width overall and with one angle up, four orange barbed lightning flashes arranged per cross and surmounted by a scarlet saltire all within a 1/8 inch (.32cm) orange border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the branch colors of the Signal Corps. The red saltire is adapted from the Alabama State flag and refers to the unit's location. The radiating lightning flashes and arrowheads symbolize the command control, training and logistic support provided by the unit. The lightning flashes also refer to speed and communications. The shape of the insignia alludes to an early radio antenna.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 142d Signal Brigade on 16 Aug 1978. It was amended to reflect a change in the size of the insignia on 13 Apr 1979.
Нарукавный знак 106 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On an orange rectangle arced at top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border, 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, two diagonally crossed white lightning flash swords between two blue arcs issuing from either side.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Signal Corps. The two blue arcs simulate the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and the Isthmus of Panama, referring to the unit’s location and far-reaching mission and capabilities. The swords are crossed to indicate strength and support, with the blades in the form of lightning flashes to symbolize electronics and speed, underscoring the vital part of communications in military preparedness.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 1109th Signal Brigade on 16 May 1989. The insignia was cancelled effective 15 October 1991, and authorized for the 106th Signal Brigade with description revised on 24 March 1992. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-764)
Нарукавный знак 93 бригады связи СВ США
Description
Centered upon a blue disc 2 3/4 inches (6.99 cm) in diameter a white nine-pointed star, and centered thereon in a triangular form, three orange flashes.
Symbolism
The colors blue and white are a reference to the organization which is served by the unit. Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the US Army Signal Corps and the flashes refer to the signal communications mission of the organization. The outward points of the star connote signals transmitted and the inward points connote signals received. The nine points and three flashes allude to the unit’s numerical designation.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 10 February 1981. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-667)
Нарукавный знак 53 бригады связи СВ США
Нарукавный знак 35 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On a rectangular shaped device arched at the top and bottom 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, quartered orange and white, a blue lion’s head jessant of two lightning flashes saltirewise one white, one orange, all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) blue border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Signal Corps. The lion, a symbol of courage and fierceness, is blue in allusion to the unit’s former airborne designation. The lightning flashes symbolize communications, and their position, saltirewise, implies strength.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 23 May 1980. It was amended to delete the airborne tab and update the description and symbolism on 11 December 2006. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-653)
Нарукавный знак 22 бригады связи СВ США
Description
A rectangular shaped shield arched at top and bottom 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width overall consisting of a white eagle’s head erased, eye and tongue blue, beaked and crowned gold above in base two white flashes crossed saltirewise, all on an orange background and within an 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Signal Corps. The flashes symbolize communications and speed; crossed, they represent strength. The eagle, a symbol of vigilance and swiftness, is adapted from the Frankfurt Coat of Arms and refers to the unit’s location.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized on 29 June 1981. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-673)
Нарукавный знак 21 бригады связи СВ США
Description
A cloth insignia 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width consisting of a rectangle with a convex radius top and bottom divided diagonally from top left to bottom right, white above, orange below, separated by a golden yellow lightning flash surmounted by a stylized sword with white blade, black and white handle with boss in the form of an orange terrestrial globe gridlined black and handguard formed from a black satellite dish in profile, the whole edged with a golden yellow border.
Symbolism
The Signal colors, white and orange, conjoined by the lightning bolt, represent the tactical and strategic elements of the mission. The sword refers to readiness and unit history, the satellite dish denotes future technological activities of the unit. The globe signifies worldwide capabilities. Golden yellow indicates excellence, black denotes strength and solidarity. White symbolizes integrity.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved effective 16 October 2003. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-855)
Нарукавный знак 11 бригады связи СВ США
Description
Centered on a white oblong shield with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) yellow border, arched at top and bottom, 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, a white globe with orange gridlines surmounted by a black thunderbird with yellow lightning bolts extending over the globe from its orange eye.
Symbolism
Orange and white are colors used for the Signal Corps. The globe signifies the worldwide scope of the unit’s mission. The thunderbird, an American Indian symbol of great power that controls the skies and sees all that occurs on the ground, refers to the unit’s Southwestern heritage. The lightning, issuing from the thunderbird’s eye as in Indian legend, denotes the speed and abilities of electronic communications. The black thunderbird and white background symbolize the night and day capability of the unit.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 21 April 1980. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-652)
Нарукавный знак 3 бригады связи СВ США
Description
On an orange shield 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width overall and within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border a blue star fimbriated white between three white lightning flashes.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the Signal Corps colors. The star, a reference to Texas, the “Lone Star State,” the place of initial activation, also refers to guidance and achievement. The flashes are symbolic of the speed of communications and also refer numerically to the present designation of the Brigade. The color blue is indicative of support to the Infantry and other combat forces.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 29 August 1979. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-645)
Нарукавный знак 359-й Бригады войск связи СВ США
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
On a rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) golden yellow border 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, with the background quartered orange and white a blue globe outlined and gridlined white; overall issuing from upper left a golden yellow lightning flash to lower right.
Symbolism
Orange and white are the colors traditionally associated with Signal units. The flash symbolizes the unit's mission and connotes speed and accuracy. The blue globe signifies the unit's worldwide capabilities.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 12 January 1988. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-744)