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|Distinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02cm) in height overall consisting of a maroon Greek cross with four gold demi-caducei issuing between the angles and bearing a white enamel helmet of Pallas on a diagonal Greek sword in scabbard. | |||
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The Distinctive Unit Insignia was originally approved on 11 October 1973 for the Medical Department Activity, West Point. It was amended on 18 March 1980 to correct the symbolism. | The Distinctive Unit Insignia was originally approved on 11 October 1973 for the Medical Department Activity, West Point. It was amended on 18 March 1980 to correct the symbolism. | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from Olompvo on Pinterest. | [[Literature]]: Image from Olompvo on Pinterest. Information from The Institute of Heraldry, US Army. | ||
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