Image: 78th Infantry Division SSI

Description: Shoulder Sleeve Insignia of the 78th Infantry Division. DescriptionOn 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.SymbolismThe 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."BackgroundThe 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.
Title: 78th Infantry Division SSI
Credit: Own work based on: 78th Division Shoulder Insignia.PNG by Evadb
Author: Original: Evadb Vector: Fvasconcellos
Permission: This image shows a flag, a coat of arms, a seal or some other official insignia produced by the United States Army Institute of Heraldry. It is in the public domain but its use is restricted by Title 18, United States Code, Section 704 [1] and the Code of Federal Regulations (32 CFR, Part 507) [2], [3]. Permission to use these images in the USA for most commercial purposes must be obtained from The Institute of Heraldry prior to their use.
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