2D Stryker Cavalry Regiment - Motto and Patch

Motto and Patch

  • The Regimental Motto: Toujours Prêt (French: 'Always Ready') - remember your regiment and follow your officers.
  • The fleur-de-lis on the badge commemorates the Regiment's service in France during WWI.
  • The palmetto Leaf symbolizes the campaign against the Seminole Indians.
  • The eight-pointed shield represents the original badge of a Dragoon as does the color.

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