Security Force Assistance Command
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Description

On a shield shaped embroidered item, edged with a 1/8(0.32cm) gold border blazoned as follows: Gules, between thirteen mullets Argent an arrowhead Azure bearing a sword erect blade of the second, hilt Or. Overall dimensions for the item are 3 (7.62cm) in height by 2 (5.08cm) in width. Attached above the shield, a scarlet tab embroidered item, edged with a 1/8 (0.32cm) gold border, inscribed with ADVISOR In gold. Overall dimensions for the tab are 2 5/8 (6.67cm) in width by 1(2.54cm) in height.



Symbolism

The arrowhead shape alludes to leadership and direction as well as a focused approach to all tasks and challenges. The sword conveys force, whether it be offense, defense or the assistance in training partners towards those capabilities. The colors blue and red denote security and authority. The color white highlights the uniqueness of the brigade and their specialized missions. The color gold exemplifies excellence and expertise. The thirteen stars are adapted from the glory in the crest of the United States Arms and recall the thirteen original states. The shape of the shield and sword are reminiscent of the MAC-V insignia to convey a similar mission and heritage.



Background

Authorized for wear by all SFA units December 2017






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