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50TH SUPPORT GROUP
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia


Description/Blazon
On a shield-shaped embroidered item, arched outwardly at top blazoned as follows: Per bend sinister Vert and Azure a sun Proper, within a bordure Or; all within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Red border. Overall dimensions are 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in height and 3 1/8 inches (7.93 cm) in width.

Symbolism
The insignia in the shape of a broad spear tip, symbolizes Florida's Native American heritage and the home state of the Group. The bend sinister within the border signifies the increased role of the unit to protect the people of Florida during times of disaster. The green and blue background alludes to meeting of land and sea, emphasizing the Group's areas of operations. The sun and its radiating rays allude to the eight cardinal points of the compass, illustrating the global reach and the impact of the soldiers of the 50th Support Group.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 24 February 2009. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-992)




Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a blue four bastioned fort, one point up, having a white center charged with a red saltire and all surmounting a continuous red scroll, the lower area divided in three folds inscribed "SUCCESS IN SUPPORT" in gold letters.

Symbolism
Buff (gold) and scarlet are the colors used for support. The fort, as depicted, alludes to Castillo de San Marcos, St. Augustine, Florida, and together with the red saltire adapted from the state flag symbolizes the rich heritage and home area of the organization.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 29 July 1977.





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