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The arms were approved 15 November 1993. The Distinctive Unit Insignia was approved on 19 August 1966. It was amended to revise the description and symbolism on 15 November 1993. | The arms were approved 15 November 1993. The Distinctive Unit Insignia was approved on 19 August 1966. It was amended to revise the description and symbolism on 15 November 1993. | ||
[[Literature]]: Images and Information from The Institute of Heraldry, US Army | [[Literature]]: Images and Information from The Institute of Heraldry, US Army{{us}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:30, 1 November 2023
240TH QUARTERMASTER BATTALION, US ARMY
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Official blazon
Shield: Buff, a bar gemel wavy Gules enfiled by a gear wheel Sable.
Crest: None.
Motto: PROUD TO SERVE.
Distinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width overall consisting of two red wavy bands issuing horizontally through a black gear all above a gold scroll inscribed "PROUD TO SERVE" in black.
Origin/meaning
Buff is the primary color traditionally associated with Quartermaster units. The basic mission of the Battalion in planning, controlling, maintaining and regulating the supply of gasoline and petroleum is symbolized by the black gear and the wavy red bands.
The arms were approved 15 November 1993. The Distinctive Unit Insignia was approved on 19 August 1966. It was amended to revise the description and symbolism on 15 November 1993.
Literature: Images and Information from The Institute of Heraldry, US Army
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