File:139th Support Group DUI.png

Description139th Support Group DUI.png	English: Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) of the 139th Support Group, part of the Louisiana Army National Guard.
Date	26 November 2007
Source	139th Support Group heraldry
Author	United States Army        Authority file : Q9212 VIAF: 135579316 ISNI: 0000000121632208 ULAN: 500312951 LCCN: n79063202 NLA: 35562961 WorldCat creator QS:P170,Q9212

Description/Blazon

A silver colored metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall on a buff shield with a red bend, issuing from base is the General Andrew Jackson memorial in Jackson Square, New Orleans, Louisiana, superimposing in dexter base a section of the St. Louis Cathedral, also located in Jackson Square all silver; around the bottom is a silver scroll with the ends over the bottom corners of the shield, inscribed with "SEMPER SUSTINERE LIBERTAS" in black letters.

Symbolism

Scarlet and buff are traditionally associated with Support units. General Andrew Jackson's statue with the St. Louis Cathedral, located in Jackson Square, New Orleans, Louisiana, depicts Jackson's advance to the center of the line, prior to the Battle of New Orleans, in the act of review; the lines have come to present arms as a salute to their commander, who is acknowledging it by raising his chapeau. His restive horse, anticipating the next move, attempts to dash down the line; the bridle hand of the dauntless hero being turned under, shows that he is restraining the horse, whose mouth and curbed neck is feeling the bit. Similarly, the unit embraces the same willingness and commitment to our nation's freedom, remaining always ready to support freedom. The background image of the St. Louis Cathedral represents Jackson Square, a living, breathing place, full of life, vibrancy, diversity, and freedom, all of which are embodied and revered throughout the great state of Louisiana, home of the Group. The motto which translates to Always Supporting Freedom emulates Jackson's commitment to freedom demonstrated in the Battle of New Orleans, which is historically known to have once and for all confirmed American independence and freedom and is likewise expressive of the soldiers of the Group in the performance of their duties.

Background

The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 26 November 2007.

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