310TH MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Azure, two cramps saltirewise Argent surmounted by a griffin's head erased Sable. Attached around the base a bipartite Black scroll doubled and inscribed "ARRECTIS AURIBUS" in Silver.

Symbolism
Oriental blue is the primary color associated with the Military Intelligence Corps. Black and white symbolize overt and covert operations and the organization's around-the-clock vigilance. The griffin embodies alertness; it is black recalling determination and stealth. The unit's collection and exploitation mission is highlighted by the cramps or hooks. The hooks simulate flashes, representing speed and electronic warfare while alluding to the ability to catch and hold.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 11 June 1992.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Azure, two cramps saltirewise Argent surmounted by a griffin's head erased Sable, langued Gules.

Crest

None.

Motto

ARRECTIS AURIBUS (Always on the Alert).

Symbolism

Shield

Oriental blue is the primary color associated with the Military Intelligence Corps. Black and white symbolize overt and covert operations and the organization's around-the-clock vigilance. The griffin embodies alertness; it is black recalling determination and stealth. The unit's collection and exploitation mission is highlighted by the cramps or hooks. The hooks simulate flashes, representing speed and electronic warfare while alluding to the ability to catch and hold.

Crest

None.

Background
The coat of arms was approved on 11 June 1992.





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