246th Transportation Battalion, Michigan Army National Guard
246TH TRANSPORTATION BATTALION, MICHIGAN ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
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 (Distinctive Unit Insignia) |
Official blazon
Shield: Azure, a wheel Or, the hub surmounted by a torteaux (Brick Red) hcarged with a gauntlet closed of the second garnished Gules (Brick Red) and a base Dancetté of the second.
Crest: That for regiments and separate battalions of the Michigan Army National Guard: From a wreath Or and Azure , a Griffin sergeant Or.
Motto: Wolfhounds
Distinctive Unit Insignia, Description: a Gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm)in length overall blazoned as follows: Azure, a wheel Or, the hub surmounted by a torteaux (Brick Red) hcarged with a gauntlet closed of the second garnished Gules (Brick Red) and a base Dancetté of the last. Attached above a Brick Red scroll inscribed "WOLF HOUNDS" in Gold.
Origin/meaning
Brick red and golden yellow are the colors traditionally associated with Transportation units. The Wheel symbolizes the Battalion's basic mission of transportation. The Gauntlet is adapted from the Shoulder Sleeve Insignia of the 48th Infantry Division, and is indicative of the Historical conection to the Division. It also denotes the unit's vigilance to engage in any audacious task. The dancetté symbolises the Lower Peninsula and the Hills of Southern Michigan, the Battalion's Home Area.
The Coat of Arms and Distinctive Unit Insignia was approved on 17 April 2008.
Literature: The Institute of Heraldry, US Army
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