The Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) of the Indiana Army National Guard Element, Joint Force Headquarters, Indiana National Guard was first approved for the Indiana National Guard’s State Staff and State Detachment on 24 April 1935. It was redesignated for wear by personnel serving in the HQ and HQ Detachment and in non-color bearing units of the Indiana Army National Guard (ARNG) on 13 January 1971, followed by assignment to personnel in the HQ, State Area Command of the Indiana ARNG on 1 May 1984. It was given its current designation on 1 October 2003.
A blue field containing three groups of stars stands as a symbol of Indiana’s admission into the Union in 1816. The first group is a complete circle comprising 13 stars for the original 13 states of the Union; a second inner group forms a semi-circle and denotes the five states that joined the Union prior to 1816, and a single, larger star positioned above a torch of liberty stands for Indiana itself. A demi-lion resting on a twisted wreath of gold and blue is taken from the crest of the Harrison family, a clan closely associated with the state’s founding and development and from whom two members served as President (William Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison). “Service For Security” is the motto of the organization.
The Indiana National Guard's Joint Force Headquarters are located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Also known as a unit crest or DUI, the 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 (Enlisted only) with the base of the insignia toward the outside shoulder seam.
Full guidance on wear of the DUI is found in DA Pamphlet 670-1,
Section 21-22, "Distinctive unit insignia." Related Items
Indiana ARNG Element, Joint Force HQ Patch (SSI)