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394TH SUPPORT BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in width overall consisting of a green background quartered in gold, surmounted overall by a red (crimson) triangle; in base and in front of the triangle and extending below it a black firebomb emitting a gold flame, the firebomb charged in the center with a simulated hawk eye, all below a gold semi-circular scroll of three sections inscribed "MISSION SUPPORT SUCCESS" in black letters.

Symbolism
The firebomb emitting flames refers to the combat readiness of the 394th Support Battalion. The triangle simulates a pyramid and symbolizes support, while crimson represents the branch color of the previous designation as an Ordnance unit. The unit's location in Iowa is symbolized by the simulated hawk eye and alludes to Iowa's nickname as the "Hawkeye State."

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 394th Ordnance Battalion on 16 March 1970. It was redesignated with description and symbolism revised effective 16 September 1995, for the 394th Support Battalion.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Vert, a fillet cross throughout Or surmounted by a triangle Gules (Crimson) fimbriated of the second and surmounted in base by a bomb Sable enflamed Proper charged with a hawk's eye of the like.

Crest

That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Army Reserve: From a wreath Or and Vert, 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

MISSION SUPPORT SUCCESS.

Symbolism

Shield

The green background quartered in gold alludes to the location of the unit, and refers to the geometric landscape of Iowa. Green also denotes growth and vigor. Crimson and yellow are traditionally associated with the unit's Ordnance heritage, as is the firebomb. The hawk's eye refers to Iowa's nickname, the "Hawkeye State," and stands for vigilance. The triangle stands for support; gold is for excellence.

Crest

The crest is the crest of the U.S. Army Reserve.

Background
The coat of arms was approved effective 16 September 1995.





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