Heraldry and Insignia of the California
State Military Forces
49th Support Battalion
Distinctive
Unit Insignia
Design Approved: 22 September 1969
Symbolism: The lozenge, simulating embattle
island groups, represents campaign participation in the Pacific
during World War II. The fleur-de-lis refers to campaigns in
France in both World War I and World War II. The cross bolo knives
denote Southern and Northern Philippines, where the unit received
the Philippine Presidential Unit Citation, represented by blue,
white and red.
Motto: SUPPORT TO THE SUPPORTED
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