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528TH SUPPORT BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Or, a dance of two Vert between a fleur-de-lis Azure and two arrowheads Gules, in base a fountain. Attached above and below the shield a Red scroll doubled and inscribed "WE SUPPORT" at the top and "TO THE UPMOST" in base, all in Gold.

Symbolism
The heraldic dance is reminiscent of mountains; the fountain represents water. The fleur-de-lis is emblematic of France. These elements portray the unit's campaign participation in Europe. The unit's two assault landings are indicated by the red arrowheads. The green is in reference to the unit's mission in support of Special Operations.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 14 Jan 1988.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Or, a dance of two Vert between a fleur-de-lis Azure and two arrowheads Gules, in base a fountain.

Crest

On a wreath of the colors (Or and Vert [Jungle Green]) a demi-oriental winged dragon Gules armed and langued Vert grasping two arrows saltirewise of the first.

Motto

WE SUPPORT TO THE UPMOST

Symbolism

Shield

The heraldic dance is reminiscent of mountains; the fountain represents water. The fleur-de-lis is emblematic of France. These elements portray the unit's campaign participation in Europe. The unit's two landings are indicated by the red arrowheads. The green is in reference to the unit's mission in support of Special Operations.

Crest

The unit's campaign participation in Vietnam is symbolized by the dragon. Its wings and the crossed arrows symbolize the battalion's mission and capabilities.

Background
The coat of arms was approved on 14 Jan 1988.





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