File:78th Infantry Division SSI.svg

Description

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia of the 78th Infantry Division.

Description

On a red semi-disc 3 inches (7.62cm) in diameter, a white bolt of lightning from sinister chief to dexter base, all within a 1/8 inch (.32cm) green border.

Symbolism

The lightning flash on the red background alludes to the combat record of the division likened to a『bolt of lightning…』and to its designation as the "Lightning Division."

Background

The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 78th Division on 27 May 1922. It was retained for the 78th Division (Training) on 11 Sep 1959. The insignia was redesignated on 1 Oct 1993 for the 78th Division (Exercise) and the description revised to provide metric measurements. The insignia was redesignated for the 78th Division (Training Support) on 17 Oct 1999.

Date

9 April 2008

Source

Own work based on: 78th Division Shoulder Insignia.PNG by Evadb

Author

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Evadb

Vector:

Fvasconcellos

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