United States Army Combined Arms Support Command - Insignia

Insignia

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia. Description: On a white lozenge shape 2+1⁄4 inches (5.7 cm) wide and 3 inches (7.6 cm) high, edged with a 1⁄8 inches (0.32 cm) scarlet border, a quatrefoil of four blue discs each edged with a dark blue ring surmounted at center with one of the like, overall a four-pointed white star.

  • Symbolism: The five major elements of logistics (maintenance, supply, transportation, facilities and services) are represented by the discs. The four-pointed star alludes to the points of the compass, symbolizing global logistics application. Blue represents constancy and devotion; red stands for combat and courage. White stands for integrity and, with blue and red, represents the United States.
  • Background: The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on June 13, 1991.

Distinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1+1⁄8 inches (2.9 cm) high overall, on a white disc bordered by a gold ring, a stylized blue five-pointed star overlaid at the tips by the gold ring between, at top, a gold corona of six rays, and below a red scroll inscribed "SUPPORT STARTS HERE" in gold letters.

  • Symbolism: The star represents new unit bringing together diverse elements, combining their functions and activities under one authority. It also represents the United States of America. The ring stands for unity and cooperation, the corona denotes achievement and future growth. Blue represents constancy and devotion; red stands for combat and courage. White stands for integrity and, with blue and red, represents the United States. Gold signifies excellence.
  • Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved March 15, 1991.

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