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6TH CAVALRY BRIGADE
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia


Description/Blazon
A heater-shaped shield 2 5/16 inches (5.87cm) in width and 3 inches (8.26cm) in height overall with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) black border around a field divided diagonally from upper right to lower left with scarlet above and white below and just below center two crossed yellow sabres with hilts to base.

Symbolism
The colors red and white are the old guidon colors of Cavalry units and the crossed sabres are adopted from the former Cavalry branch insignia.

Background
The insignia was approved 21 Feb 1975. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-582)




Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A silver color metal and enamel device 1 5/16 inches (3.33cm) in height overall consisting of a red enameled shield with a silver border bearing a black bucking horse in front of a six-pointed star and surmounting overall a silver pentagon, point up.

Symbolism
The horse and the six-pointed star, a symbol for guidance and achievement, represent the historical origin and great tradition of the Cavalry. The six points of the star further allude to the numerical designation of the Brigade. The pentagonal background, a symbol of perfection, also refers to the five campaigns credited the organization for service in France and Germany during World War II.

Background
The insignia was approved on 21 Feb 1975.





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