(1) Headquarters, 52nd Aviation Battalion (Combat), LTC Patrick J. O'Grady, Commanding, remains at Camp Holloway, Fleiku, RVN, Inclosure 1 reflects organizational structure and battaIion list of all assigned, attached, and OFCCN units, with location and AFO, as of 31 July/1969.
From a wreath Argent and Azure two demi-spears with bamboo shafts saltirewise Proper between an arced branch of laurel and one of palm Or, overall a dragon passant Gules.
The red fleur-de-lis of Florence represents service in Italy during World War II.
The dragon highlights the unit's motto and commemorates its campaign participation credits earned during World War II; red symbolizes courage and sacrifice.
The unit's decorations are symbolized by laurel for honor and high achievement and palm for victory.