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===Origin/meaning===
===Origin/meaning===
Buff (Gold) traidtionally represents the Quartermaster Corps. The Burst of nine rays, symbolises to the nine classes of supply the Battalion support and recalls Unit origins in San José, California. Light blue refer to Infantry and Ultramarine Blue to the Ocean. The Sword denotes combat readiness on Land, Sea and in the Air. The Keys signify the logistical mission of Service and Support and their interdependence. The Motto is in Spanish which recognizes the Hispanic presence in the Battalion and in San José.
Buff (Gold) traidtionally represents the Quartermaster Corps. The Burst of nine rays, symbolises to the nine classes of supply the Battalion support and recalls Unit origins in San José, California. Light blue refer to Infantry and Ultramarine Blue to the Ocean. The Sword denotes combat readiness on Land, Sea and in the Air. The Keys signify the logistical mission of Service and Support and their interdependence. The Motto is in Spanish which recognizes the Hispanic presence in the Battalion and in San José. The Coat of Arms and Distinctive Unit Insignia, was both approved on 4 June 2004. The English translation of the Motto was corrected on 12 October 2004.


The Coat of Arms and Distinctive Unit Insignia, was both approved on 4 June 2004. The English translation of the Motto was corrected on 12 October 2004.
[[Literature]]: The Institute of Heraldry, US Army
[[Literature]]: The Institute of Heraldry, US Army
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