106th Military Intelligence Battalion Coat of Arms

Description/Blazon Shield Per chevron enhanced Sable and Argent, a mascle Gules interlaced by a flash bendwise and a flash bend sinisterwise Azure (Oriental Blue), between four evergreen trees in pale two and two, and two evergreen trees in fess Vert. Crest None. Motto THE NORTHERN WATCH.

Symbolism Shield The chevronwise division of the background together with the evergreen trees form the illusion of a snow-covered mountain against the night sky and refers to the unit's location in Alaska as well as the "around-the-clock" mission and responsibilities of "The Northern Watch." Black represents the covert, and white is for truth. Oriental blue is the primary color of the Military Intelligence branch and red is symbolic of courage. The two flashes intertwined with the mascle emphasize the complexity and interrelated nature of Military Intelligence work. They allude to electronic capabilities, speed and a strong defense and also represent the Gordian Knot of mythology. The evergreens symbolize security and need for constant alertness; their number (six) alludes to the 6th Division. Crest None.

Background The coat of arms was approved on 22 September 1987.