Heraldry and Insignia of the California
State Military Forces
79th Infantry Brigade
79th Infantry Brigade (1924-1942)
Distinctive
Unit Insignia
Design Approved: Approved prior to World War II
Symbolism: White is the old color of infantry.
The design is a variation of the 40th Division (later 40th Infantry
Division) Distinctive Unit Insignia. The crests represent California,
Nevada and Utah which made up the 40th Division.
