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106 Infantry Division Patch. US Army

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Description
On a blue disc 2 1/8 inches (5.40 cm) in diameter a gold color lion’s face 1 5/8 inches (4.13 cm) in height all within a 1/16 inch (.16 cm) white inner border and a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) red outer border. The overall diameter is 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm).

Symbolism
The blue background is for the Infantry Division, while the red represents the Artillery support. The lion’s face represents strength and power.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 18 January 1943. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-152)

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