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The colors of the Medical Department are maroon and white.  The evergreens are reminiscent of Fort Lewis, Washington, where the post is located within sight of Mt. Rainier, represented by the white peak at center.  The gold sun is symbolic of life and the sword is for surgery in defense of life, suggesting the Hospital’s motto “Dedicated To Life.”
The colors of the Medical Department are maroon and white.  The evergreens are reminiscent of Fort Lewis, Washington, where the post is located within sight of Mt. Rainier, represented by the white peak at center.  The gold sun is symbolic of life and the sword is for surgery in defense of life, suggesting the Hospital’s motto “Dedicated To Life.”


The Distinctive Unit Insignia was originally approved for the 47th Surgical Hospital on 2 April 1969. It was redesignated for the 47th Combat Support Hospital on 13 September 1973.  
The Distinctive Unit Insignia was originally approved for the 47th Surgical Hospital on 2 April 1969. It was redesignated for the 47th Combat Support Hospital on 13 September 1973.  


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