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1 SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA.

[edit] SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA.

[edit] Description:

On a green disc 2 1/4 inches (5.72cm) in diameter overall and edged with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) border, a yellow acorn stem up.

[edit] Symbolism:

The acorn is the symbol of strength of the Division.

[edit] Background:

The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 87th Infantry Division on 9 Nov 1918.

It was authorized for use by the 87th Maneuver Area Command on 5 Mar 1973.

On 1 Oct 1993 it was redesignated for the 87th Division (Exercise).

The shoulder sleeve insignia was redesignated for the 87th Division (Training Support) effective 1 Oct 1999.

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