345th Military Intelligence Battalion Coat of Arms

Description/Blazon Shield Argent, four flashes issuant from dexter chief, sinister chief, dexter base and sinister base, convergent in fess point Azure (Oriental Blue) a dagger point up Proper (blade and pommel Argent, grip Gules, guard and garnish Or) winged Sable. Crest On a wreath of the colors Argent and Azure (Oriental Blue) the Lexington Minute Man Proper. The statue of the Minute Man, Captain John Parker (H.H. Kitson, sculptor), stands on the common in Lexington, Massachusetts. Motto COLLECT EXPLOIT INFORM.

Symbolism Shield Oriental blue is the primary color associated with U.S. Army Military Intelligence units. The flashes, alluding to speed and electronics, converge, emphasizing the collection and assimilation of information from all sources. They underscore the electronic warfare and signals intelligence capabilities of the unit. The winged dagger symbolizes the intelligence role in total military preparedness while characterizing the diverse mission and functions of the battalion. Crest The crest is that of the United States Army Reserve.

Background The coat of arms was approved on 7 November 1988.