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292D SUPPORT 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 chevron embattled Azure and Or in base a stylized turret Gules, on a chief wavy Buff (Gold) a sword point down and a key ward down saltirewise of the first. Attached at the sides and bottom of the shield a red scroll inscribed "SUPPORTING YOUR INTENT" in gold.

Symbolism
Buff and scarlet are the colors traditionally used by Support organizations. Red represents courage and zeal; gold is emblematic of honor and high achievement. The blue shield and wavy chief reflect the location of the battalion in the Caribbean. The crossed sword and key underscore the unit's mission, while the embattled chevron symbolizes strength and support and highlights fortification and defense. The five battlements represent combat service support's sustaining imperatives (anticipation, continuity, responsiveness, integration, and improvisation). The sentry box reflects the organization's cultural heritage within the Puerto Rico area of operation. Red and gold reflect the Spanish history of the island.

Background
The insignia was authorized 10 Mar 1997.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Per chevron embattled Azure and Or in base a stylized turret Gules, on a chief wavy Buff a sword point down and a key ward down saltirewise of the first.

Crest

That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard: From a wreath Or and Azure, upon a closed book Gules with pages edged Or a paschal lamb couchant with staff and banner of San Juan (Gules a cross Argent) all Proper.

Motto

SUPPORTING YOUR INTENT.

Symbolism

Shield

Buff and scarlet are the colors traditionally used by Support organizations. Red represents courage and zeal; gold is emblematic of honor and high achievement. The blue shield and wavy chief reflect the location of the battalion in the Caribbean. The crossed sword and key underscore the unit's mission, while the embattled chevron symbolizes strength and support and highlights fortification and defense. The five battlements represent combat service support's sustaining imperatives (anticipation, continuity, responsiveness, integration, and improvisation). The sentry box reflects the organization's cultural heritage within the Puerto Rico area of operation. Red and gold reflect the Spanish history of the island.

Crest

The crest is that of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard.

Background
The coat of arms was authorized on 10 Mar 1997.





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