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Нарукавный знак 426 медицинской бригады СВ США
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Нагрудный квалификационный знак отличия «Специалист-мастер» Вооруженных Сил Республики Беларусь
Нарукавный знак Специального подразделения ВС Армении
Нашивка военно-морских сил Литвы
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Description
On a rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) gold border 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, divided horizontally blue above green, a gold disc bearing a maroon triangle surmounted by a white cross.
Symbolism
Maroon and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Medical Corps; gold denotes excellence. The disc symbolizes mobility and quick response, and the triangle suggests the mountain state of Utah. The cross highlights medical care and compassion. The blue and green represent sky and grass and suggest life and the “Great Lifegiver.”
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 3 August 1994. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-813)
On a rectangle arced at the top and bottom with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) gold border 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height overall, divided horizontally blue above green, a gold disc bearing a maroon triangle surmounted by a white cross.
Symbolism
Maroon and white are the colors traditionally associated with the Medical Corps; gold denotes excellence. The disc symbolizes mobility and quick response, and the triangle suggests the mountain state of Utah. The cross highlights medical care and compassion. The blue and green represent sky and grass and suggest life and the “Great Lifegiver.”
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 3 August 1994. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-813)