YOU WILL RECEIVE ONE LIKE THE ONE PICTURED INCLUDING THECLUTCH BACKSNEW *MINT CONDITION *CLUTCH BACKDENMARK HALLMARK, D-22MADE IN THE USADistinctive Unit Insignia. Description: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall, consisting of a dark blue square one point up voided and interlaced by two diagonally crossed arrows, all upon a red convoluted scroll inscribed “SUPPORT” on the left, “SERVE” at bottom and “DEFEND” on the right, all in gold letters; overall a white quill with gold spines.Symbolism: Red, white and blue are our National colors. Dark blue and scarlet are the colors traditionally associated with Personnel units; gold alludes to excellence. The white quill represents the individual soldier and the support and service the 18th Personnel Group provides to each. The square, reminiscent of the XVIII Airborne Corps insignia, which the unit supports, is interlaced with two arrows symbolizing the unit’s two campaigns in World War II. Arrows, weapons of flight, also highlight the Airborne Corps they serve. The four sides of the square represent loyalty, duty, selfless service, and integrity, which are the elements of the professional Army ethic; and they also represent the four individual values of commitment, competence, candor and courage. The three visible corners of the square point to the purpose of the organization which is to support commanders, serve soldiers and defend the Nation.Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved effective 18 September 1990. SHIPPING: Pleaseview theshipping calculator belowfor shipping costs to your location.Please note that items are shipped within 2 business from receipt of CLEARED PAYMENT. We do not control transit time. INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS can experience long delays, please be patient.Discounted shipping for multiple purchases is available foritems won within a 3 day period (single bulk payment). Just drop me a note when you are finished and I will prepare an invoice for you.INSURANCE: Seller is not responsible for items not insured by the buyer. If insurance is available actual cost will be charged at buyers request. There may be other postal charges in order to obtain insurance and theywill also be the responsibility of the buyer.PAYMENT INFO: PAYPAL ONLYElectronic payments are due within 3 days of product close.Check out my other items!Powered by eCRATER . List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
