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903D SUPPORT BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A Silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in height overall consisting of a shield blazoned: Argent, on a bend Or edged Sable between in chief a terrestrial globe Argent (Silver Gray), landmasses and fimbriated of the third and in base a lion rampant Or (Gold), a sword of the third, point to dexter chief. Attached below a tripartite Black scroll inscribed "PARATUS ET CERTUS" in Silver.

Symbolism
The white shield symbolizes truth and ethics in the execution of the Battalion's duties. The yellow/gold bend denotes the nation's resources and the unit's unique ability of obligating them. The sword signifies the execution of military duties and continued support of the Warfighter. The globe illustrates the Battalion's global deployment capability, anytime and anywhere. The rampant lion represents the unit's European heritage and mission focus. The lion is buff, the color traditionally associated with Support units. The motto translates to "Ready and Sure."

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 13 January 2009.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Argent, on a bend Or edged Sable between in chief a terrestrial globe of the first, landmasses and fimbriation of the third and in base a lion rampant Buff, eyed, langued and armed Gules, a sword of the third, point to dexter chief.

Crest

None.

Motto

PARATUS ET CERTUS (Ready and Sure).

Symbolism

Shield

The white shield symbolizes truth and ethics in the execution of the Battalion's duties. The yellow/gold bend denotes the nation's resources and the unit's unique ability of obligating them. The sword signifies the execution of military duties and continued support of the Warfighter. The black and white globe illustrates the Battalion's global deployment capability both day and night. The rampant lion represents the unit's European heritage and mission focus. The lion is in the colors of buff and red, the colors traditionally associated with Support units.

Crest

None.

Background
The coat of arms was approved on 13 January 2009.





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