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391ST 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 single arrowhead surmounting the apex of three shafts enveloped by a crimson flame. Their feathered ends conjoined at base and enclosed by a scroll inscribed with the words "FIREPOWER FOR LANDPOWER" in black letters.

Symbolism
The three arrows are symbols of conventional and special ammunition and guided missile support companies over which the Ordnance Battalion provides command and administrative, tactical and technical supervision. The flame alludes to the Ordnance Corps' bomb symbol and further refers to the unit's World War II service in Normandy and Northern France.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 191st Ordnance Battalion on 11 May 1966. It was redesignated effective 16 September 2007, for the 391st Support Battalion.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Sable, an arrowhead surmounting the apex of three arrow shafts Or; the shafts enflamed Gules.

Crest

From a wreath Or and Sable, an oriental dragon statant regardant to dexter of the first, overall a spear between two radiating bamboo spears Proper supporting a pellet fimbriated Argent charged with a fleur-de-lis of the first.

Motto

FIREPOWER FOR LANDPOWER

Symbolism

Shield

The three arrows are symbols of conventional and special ammunition and guided missile support companies over which the Ordnance Battalion provides command and administrative, tactical and technical supervision. The flame alludes to the Ordnance Corps' bomb symbol and further refers to the unit's World War II service in Normandy and Northern France. Black refers to ammunition and the color of the explosive mixture of gunpowder.

Crest

The oriental dragon represents the unit's campaign participation credits in Vietnam. The two bamboo spears honor the two decorations earned in Vietnam and the spear, for the Army Superior Unit Award earned in 1990-1991. The black sphere is adapted from the Ordnance bomb symbol and the white edge or ring highlights unity and teamwork. The fleur-de-lis honors the organization's war service in Normandy and Northern France.

Background
The coat of arms was originally approved for the 191st Ordnance Battalion on 25 May 2001. It was redesignated effective 16 September 2007, for the 391st Support Battalion.





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