U.S. ARMY 354TH CIVIL AFFAIRS BRIGADE UNIT CREST (DUI)

The 354th Civil Affairs Brigade Distinctive Unit Insignia features the type of ionic column commonly used on public buildings to invoke the Brigade’s mission of assisting in the maintenance of civilian administration in conflict zones. A flame above the column is an illustration of how this can serve as an illuminating beacon, or a “Guide to Victory,” while the V-shape recalls the beam of light found on the Brigade’s Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (unit patch) and Combat Service ID Badge.

Also known as a unit crest, a Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) is worn by all Soldiers (except General Officers) in units that have been authorized to be issued the device. It is worn centered on the shoulder loops of the Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU) and the blue Army Service Uniform (ASU, Enlisted only) with the base of the insignia toward the outside shoulder seam. DUIs are not worn on the Dress variations of either uniform, however.

More guidance on wear of the DUI is found in DA Pamphlet 670-1, Section 21-22, "Distinctive unit insignia" and 21–3(d) and (e), "Beret" and "Garrison Cap," respectively.

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One of two Brigades under the U.S. Army Reserve’s 352nd Civil Affairs Command, the 354th Civil Affairs Brigade is headquartered in White Plains, Maryland. As of Autumn 2023, it controls three Battalions: the 422nd (Greensboro, North Carolina), 437th (Fort Story, Virginia), and 489th (Knoxville, Tennessee).

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