It controlled medial units of the Army National Guard in Mississippi and Louisiana.

The cross, a symbol for aid and assistance, alludes to the basic mission of the organization.

A-1-588)[2] A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a maroon cross terminating at the top in a trident, surmounted by a silver serpent the tail entwining the vertical bar of the cross, and upon a silver scroll arched at the top of the inscription "SERVICE" and enveloping the base "PEACE OR WAR" in black letters.

[2] The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 213th Medical Battalion on 9 October 1967.

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