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The Unicorn symbolizes knightly virtues and fighting aggresiveness. The Blue Colour indicated the Colour of the Federal Uniforms during the Civil War.<br> | |||
The Regiment was organized in 1861. The Chinese Dragon symbolises the Regiment's entrance into the Forbidden City in Peking in 1900.<br> | |||
Participation in the Indian Wars is symbolized by the Bundle of Arrows. | |||
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Revision as of 18:09, 8 April 2019
6TH CAVALRY REGIMENT, US ARMY
Official blazon
Shield : Azure, a unicorn rampant or.
Crest : On a wreath of the colors an imperial Chinese dragon rampant or lined azure, grasping in its dexter
claw four arrows sable, armed and feathered gules.
Motto : Ducit Amor Patriae (Led by Love of Country)
Origin/meaning
The Unicorn symbolizes knightly virtues and fighting aggresiveness. The Blue Colour indicated the Colour of the Federal Uniforms during the Civil War.
The Regiment was organized in 1861. The Chinese Dragon symbolises the Regiment's entrance into the Forbidden City in Peking in 1900.
Participation in the Indian Wars is symbolized by the Bundle of Arrows.
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Literature: Armor-Cavalry Historical Services Division Office of the Chief of Military History, Department of the Army.