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490TH CIVIL AFFAIRS BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Per saltire Purpure and Argent, a bordure counterchanged, overall a torch Or. Attached below the shield a purple scroll inscribed "PROGRESS THROUGH UNITY" in gold.

Symbolism
Purple and white are the colors traditionally associated with Civil Affairs organizations. Gold is emblematic of honor and achievement. The saltire and counterchanged colors of the shield reflect strength and cooperation. The border highlights unity and the integration of the civil and military mission of the unit. The stylized torch of liberty, adapted from the Civil Affairs insignia of branch, symbolizes the enlightenment, progress and spirit of democracy.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved 27 May 1993.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Per saltire Purpure and Argent, a bordure counterchanged, overall a torch Or.

Crest

That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Army Reserve: From a wreath Argent and Purpure, the Lexington Minute Man Proper. The statue of the Minute Man, Captain John Parker (H.H. Kitson, Sculptor), stands on the common in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Motto

PROGRESS THROUGH UNITY

Symbolism
Purple and white are the colors traditionally associated with Civil Affairs organizations. Gold is emblematic of honor and achievement. The saltire and counterchanged colors of the shield reflect strength and cooperation. The border highlights unity and the integration of the civil and military mission of the unit. The stylized torch of liberty, adapted from the Civil Affairs insignia of branch, symbolizes the enlightenment, progress and spirit of democracy.

Background
The coat of arms was approved on 27 May 1993.





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