Distinctive Unit Insignia
- Description
On a wreath of the colors Or and Gules a winged centaur courant armed with a bow and arrow Or. The insignia is to be worn in pairs.
- Symbolism
The insignia symbolizes mobility, representing the earliest conception of flying artillery.
- Background
The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 6th Field Artillery Regiment on 1 April 1922. It was cancelled on 15 May 1959. The insignia was restored effective 1 September 1971.
The coat of arms was originally approved for the 6th Field Artillery Regiment on 29 August 1921. It was redesignated for the 6th Armored Field Artillery Battalion on 15 August 1946. It was cancelled on 15 May 1959. The insignia was restored and authorized for the 6th Field Artillery Regiment on 1 September 1971.
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