638th Military Intelligence Battalion Coat of Arms

Description/Blazon Shield Celeste (Oriental Blue), a key and lightning flash saltirewise Argent (Silver Gray), overall a dagger palewise Sable. Crest That for the regiments and separate battalions of the Indiana Army National Guard: From a wreath Argent (Silver Gray) and Celeste Oriental Blue), a demi-lion rampant Argent, holding in dexter paw a laurel branch Vert. Motto FIRST OUT FRONT.

Symbolism Shield Oriental Blue and silver gray are the colors traditionally used by Military Intelligence units. The lightning bolt alludes to the worldwide electronic mission of the battalion. The key refers to the security and secrecy which the unit conducts operations and activities. The dagger denotes military preparedness and the element of danger associated with the unit's mission. Black and gray denote day-night covert capabilities. Crest The crest is that of the Indiana Army National Guard.

Background The coat of arms was approved on 20 Apr 1999 and the coat of arms originally approved for the 638th Military Intelligence Battalion on 21 Sep 1998 was cancelled.