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	Maroon and white are traditionally used by the Medical Corps. Blue denotes loyalty and truth. The cross is a symbol of service and physical care; it refers to the organization's mission of medical support. The unicorn, powerful and swift creature of mythology, symbolizes strength, wisdom and virtue. The horn of the unicorn was thought to possess an antidote against poison and was credited with extraordinary healing powers. The four fleurs-de-lis stand for the Battalion's participation in four campaigns in Europe during World War II.		Maroon and white are traditionally used by the Medical Corps. Blue denotes loyalty and truth. The cross is a symbol of service and physical care; it refers to the organization's mission of medical support. The unicorn, powerful and swift creature of mythology, symbolizes strength, wisdom and virtue. The horn of the unicorn was thought to possess an antidote against poison and was credited with extraordinary healing powers. The four fleurs-de-lis stand for the Battalion's participation in four campaigns in Europe during World War II.

	The ~~Coat of Arms was~~ approved on 17 April 2001. The Distinctive Unit Insignia was approved on 18 September 1970.		The arms were approved on 17 April 2001. The Distinctive Unit Insignia was approved on 18 September 1970.