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Crest: Silver gray and bottle (Vert) represent the branch of the battalion. The many campaigns in which the unit participated in Vietnam are recalled by the bamboo annulet and the dragon's head. The annulet also denotes continuity of achievement during Vietnam service. The scimitars signify unit campaigns in defense of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The laurel wreath, symbolic of honor and achievement, refers to the decorations awarded to the battalion. Gold denotes excellence. | Crest: Silver gray and bottle (Vert) represent the branch of the battalion. The many campaigns in which the unit participated in Vietnam are recalled by the bamboo annulet and the dragon's head. The annulet also denotes continuity of achievement during Vietnam service. The scimitars signify unit campaigns in defense of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The laurel wreath, symbolic of honor and achievement, refers to the decorations awarded to the battalion. Gold denotes excellence. | ||
The Coat of Arms was approved on 22 March 1993, it was amended to add a Crest on 22 July 2002. The distinctive unit insignia was originally authorized for the 8th Psychological Operations Battalion on 7 January 1969. It was amended to correct the description on 4 Feb 1969. The insignia was amended on 22 | The Coat of Arms was approved on 22 March 1993, it was amended to add a Crest on 22 July 2002. The distinctive unit insignia was originally authorized for the 8th Psychological Operations Battalion on 7 January 1969. It was amended to correct the description on 4 Feb 1969. The insignia was amended on 22 March 1993 to include the metric measurement in the description and revise the symbolism. | ||
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