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82d Airborne Division
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Description: Upon a red square, on a side a blue disc, the letters "AA" in white. The inner elements of the vertical lines of each "A" and the outer elements arcs of elements of letters. Immediately above and touching the shoulder sleeve insignia a blue arc tab inscribed "AIRBORNE" in white letters.

Symbolism: The double "A" refers to the nickname "All American Division" adopted by the organization in France during World War I.
Distinctive Unit Insignia

Distinctive Unit Insignia

Description: A silver colored metal and enamel device consisting of a pair of blue stylized wings, tips down, surmounted by a white fleur-de-lis supported by a blue scroll inscribed "In Air, On Land" in silver letters.

Symbolism: The fleur-de-lis is representative of the battle honors earned in France during World War I. The wings are symbolic of the division's mission. The motto is expressive of the personnel of the organization.





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