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601ST SUPPORT BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A Gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Buff, nine billets chevronwise Azure above a dragon's head issuant from base Gules. Attached below the shield a Blue scroll doubled and inscribed "DRAGON SUPPORT" in Gold.

Symbolism
Buff (gold) and scarlet are the colors traditionally used by Support units. The chevron, a symbol of strength and support, is comprised of heraldic billets in blue to signify the unit's aviation mission. The dragon reflects the organization's motto.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 12 July 1996.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Buff, nine billets chevronwise Azure above a dragon's head issuant from base Gules.

Crest

None.

Motto

DRAGON SUPPORT.

Symbolism

Shield

Buff and scarlet are the colors traditionally used by Support units. The chevron, a symbol of strength and support, is comprised of heraldic billets in blue to signify the unit's aviation mission. The dragon reflects the organization's motto.

Crest

None.

Background
The coat of arms was approved on 12 July 1996.





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