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272D SUPPORT GROUP
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Description
On a five sided polygon shaped embroidered item points downward, edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border, the background divided evenly, horizontally, vertically and diagonally, alternating red and blue; overall two yellow bars throughout, one horizontal surmounting one vertical, each bearing T shapes on either side, the center a yellow square, each point bearing a square.  The overall dimensions are 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width.

Symbolism
The five sided polygon shape is in tribute to the supply point distribution associated with the Groups patrol base mission.  The yellow bars are emblematic to the medical icon.  The T shapes resemble the wheels and axles of vehicles, symbolizing continuous sustainment.  The center square characterizes the four point unit mission of mission command, sustainment, protection and Solder services.  The blue divisions are in tribute to the Groups home state of Michigan and the adjacent lakes.  The red divisions embody the unit motto of GIVE LIFE-YIELD NEVER.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 30 September 2016.  (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-1117)




Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A silver color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a red background with a blue demi-sphere issuing from base, overall and throughout, a column surmounted above by two griffins, wings extended and facing each other and in base a diagonally crossed key, the head of the key as a wheel, ward down and a sword, point down, all gold.  Attached to the sides and below the device, a black scroll inscribed "GIVE LIFE - YIELD NEVER" in silver.

Symbolism
The demi-sphere denotes a globe, conveying the Group's worldwide operations.  The blue of the demi-sphere alludes to the home state of the unit, Michigan, translated from Ojibwa dialect meaning "large water."  The column signifies support.  The griffin, adapted from the Michigan Army National Guard insignia, suggests the branch of service from which the Group originates.  The double griffins facing each other pertain to the courageous and capable service members of the unit, while accomplishing any assigned mission whether during a national emergency or peacetime.  The crossed sword and key and the head of the key as a wheel, represent the sustainment, logistic, and transportation responsibilities of the Group.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 3 May 2011.





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