Description
On a scarlet shield edged with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) yellow border, 3 inches (7.62cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08cm) in width overall, a yellow field piece.

Symbolism
The ancient field piece is taken from the device of the Field Artillery School, as well as the colors scarlet and yellow which are for Artillery.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved on 17 Jul 1970 for the U.S. Army Field Artillery School. It was amended on 9 Jun 1981 to extend authorization for wear to include personnel assigned to the U.S. Army Field Artillery Center. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-188)