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6TH CAVALRY BRIGADE
SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA. Description:
A heater-shaped shield 2 5/16 inches (5.87cm) in width and 3 ¼ inches (8.26cm)
in height overall with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) black border around a field divided
diagonally from upper right to lower left with scarlet above and white below and
just below center two crossed yellow sabres with hilts to base. Symbolism: The colors red and white are the old
guidon colors of Cavalry units and the crossed sabres are adopted from the
former Cavalry branch insignia. Background: The insignia was approved DISTINCTIVE UNIT INSIGNIA. Description: A silver color metal and
enamel device 1 5/16 inches (3.33cm) in height overall consisting of a red
enameled shield with a silver border bearing a black bucking horse in front of a
six-pointed star and surmounting overall a silver pentagon, point up. Symbolism: The horse and the six-pointed star, a
symbol for guidance and achievement, represent the historical origin and great
tradition of the Cavalry. The six points of the star further allude to the
numerical designation of the Brigade. The pentagonal background, a symbol of
perfection, also refers to the five campaigns credited the organization for
service in Background: The insignia was approved on 6th Cavalry Brigade (Air Combat) (EABH) "Silent Thunder" 1-6 Cavalry Squadron (EABH-1-6) |
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