14th US Army (Phantom Unit)

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.

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.

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