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205 Military Intelligence Brigade Patch. US Army
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Description
On an oriental blue shield 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height a white fleur-de-lis centered in front of two crossed silver gray lightning bolts.
Symbolism
Oriental blue and silver gray are the colors associated with Military Intelligence units. The crossed lightning bolts refer to the convergence of all types of intelligence from all sources, enabling commanders to “see the battlefield.” The fleur-de-lis alludes to the unit’s original activation in France.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized on 6 August 1985. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-714)
On an oriental blue shield 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height a white fleur-de-lis centered in front of two crossed silver gray lightning bolts.
Symbolism
Oriental blue and silver gray are the colors associated with Military Intelligence units. The crossed lightning bolts refer to the convergence of all types of intelligence from all sources, enabling commanders to “see the battlefield.” The fleur-de-lis alludes to the unit’s original activation in France.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized on 6 August 1985. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-714)