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USA Combined Arms Support Command Patch. Alpha Units. US Army
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Description
On a white lozenge shape 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height, edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) scarlet border, a quatrefoil of four blue discs each edged with a dark blue ring surmounted at center with one of the like, overall a four-pointed white star.
Symbolism
The five major elements of logistics (maintenance, supply, transportation, facilities and services) are represented by the discs. The four-pointed star alludes to the points of the compass, symbolizing global logistics application. Blue represents constancy and devotion; red stands for combat and courage. White stands for integrity and, with blue and red, represents the United States.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 13 June 1991. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-793)
On a white lozenge shape 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height, edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) scarlet border, a quatrefoil of four blue discs each edged with a dark blue ring surmounted at center with one of the like, overall a four-pointed white star.
Symbolism
The five major elements of logistics (maintenance, supply, transportation, facilities and services) are represented by the discs. The four-pointed star alludes to the points of the compass, symbolizing global logistics application. Blue represents constancy and devotion; red stands for combat and courage. White stands for integrity and, with blue and red, represents the United States.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 13 June 1991. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-793)
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