Heraldry and Insignia of the California National Guard

579th Engineer Battalion

 

Distinctive Unit Insignia

 

Design Approved: Approved 20 January 1954

 

Symbolism: Blue refers to the unit's decent from the 184th Infantry Regiment organized in the California National Guard and recognized 6 May 1929. The shovel and bayonet show the engineer combat mission. The Pacific Right Whale is for the campaign honors awarded for service in the Pacific in World War II.

 

Motto: SEMPER LABORANTES (Always Working)

 

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Posted 27 November 2018