[edit] Distinctive Unit Insignia.

[edit] Description:

• A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm) in height overall consisting of a pheon divided per pale blue and white with a gold shaft inclosed in base by a back scroll inscribed "ONE STANDARD" in gold and overall three gold fleurs-de-lis.

[edit] Symbolism:

• Blue and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Infantry and gold is emblematic of honor and high achievement; black is expressive of stability.

• The pheon symbolizes combat readiness and ready response; it is divided in two, commemorating the brigade's battle heritage and campaign credits in both World War I and World War II.

• The three fleurs-de-lis honor the unit's three Croix de Guerres.

[edit] Background:

• The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 158th Infantry Brigade on 11 Mar 1998.

• It was redesignated on 28 Sep 1999 for the 2d Brigade, 87th Division.

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• 87th Division (United States)