A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02 cm) in height overall consisting of a gold octagon shape bearing three chevronels interlaced, the first scarlet, the second white, and the third blue, supporting at the top a Korean Taeguk (scarlet and blue) all within a scarlet border, at base a gold scroll inscribed “SUSTAINING THE LINE” in blue letters.

Symbolism

The Korean Taeguk within the octagon shape represents the unit’s eight campaigns in the Korean War. The red, white and blue interlaced chevronels symbolize the strong support offered by the Command; three chevronels further distinguish the unit’s numerical designation. Buff (gold) and scarlet are colors used for Support units.

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