1ST TRANSPORTATION BATTALION
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Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A gold color metal sea horse, the dexter paw upholding a pair of silver color metal wings conjoined, the sea horse within in base a three segmented blue scroll inscribed "FIRST AND FINEST" in gold color metal letters. The device is 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in width.

Symbolism
The sea horse upholding wings represents the sea borne aviation maintenance of the organization.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 3 November 1965. It was amended to correct the symbolism on 9 February 1970.




Coat of Arms


Description/Blazon

Shield

Azure, a sea horse Or, the dexter paw upholding a pair of wings conjoined Argent.

Crest

None.

Motto

FIRST AND FINEST.

Symbolism

Shield

The sea horse upholding wings represents the sea borne aviation maintenance of the organization.

Crest

None.

Background
The coat of arms was approved on 2 September 1965.





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