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US 87th Infantry Division

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 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.

[edit] Licensing

This image is a work of the U.S. Army Institute Of Heraldry, taken or made during the course of the Institute's official duties. As a work of the U.S. federal government, the image is in the public domain, with the following usage restriction: "The images of all badges, insignia, decorations and medals on this web site are protected by Title 18, United States Code, Section 704 and the Code of Federal Regulations (32 CFR, Part 507). Permission to use these images for commercial purposes must be obtained from The Institute of Heraldry prior to their use."

- US Army Institute Of Heraldry

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