14th US Army (Phantom Unit)

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14TH US ARMY (PHANTOM UNIT)

History: This "Army" was created as part of the Deception Operation before Operation Overlord (the Allied Landing in Normandy) in World War II.

Coat of arms (crest) of the 14th US Army (Phantom Unit)

Official blazon

On a red acorn 1 5/8 inches (4.13cm) across, 1 3/4 inches (4.45cm) in length standing in its cup 2 1/8 inches (5.40cm) across and 1 inch (2.54cm) in length a white letter "A" 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm) in width and 2 inches (5.08cm) in height.

Origin/meaning

The acorn is a symbol of strength and the letter "A" is the initial letter of its organization. The colors are those of the Army distinguishing flag.

The Shoulder Sleeve Insignia was approved on 7 July 1944.


Literature:Image from Wikimedia Commons. Information from The Institute of Heraldry, US Army.l