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===Official blazon===
===Official blazon===
Shield: Azure, a vol Argent surmounted by a sword Or, overall a Florentine fleur-de-lis Gules.<br>
Crest: From a wreath Argent and Azure two demi-spears with bamboo shafts saltirewise Proper between an arced branch of laurel and one of palm Or, overall a dragon passant Gules.<br>
Motto: FLYING DRAGONS.
Distinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a pair of white wings pointing upward in the center of which, between the two leading edges, is a gold color sword also point up. Placed in the center of the sword blade is a red Florentine fleur-de-lis.


===Origin/meaning===
===Origin/meaning===
The Wings represent Aviation and the Sword the Army. The Florentine Fleur-de-lis symbolises actions of the Unit as a Quartermaster Battalion in Italy during World War II.
Shield: Blue is the primary color for Aviation. The wings are symbolic of the unit's mission. The sword represents the unit's service in World War II and the Korean War. The red fleur-de-lis of Florence represents service in Italy during World War II. Crest: The dragon highlights the unit's motto and commemorates its campaign participation credits earned during World War II; red symbolizes courage and sacrifice. The bamboo spears commemorate Korean War and Vietnam service. The unit's decorations are symbolized by laurel for honor and high achievement and palm for victory.
 
Distinctive Unit insignia: The white wings represent the unit's capacity as an Aviation organization. The sword is a symbol of the Army and symbolizes the unit's combat power during World War II and the Korean War. The red fleur-de-lis of Florence alludes to World War II service in Italy.
 
 
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