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Insignia Description
A gold color metal and enamel device 1 3/16 inches (3.02cm) in height overall consisting of a blue (ultramarine) enamel background, arched at the top and bearing a five-pointed gold star, the field bordered by a band of gold rays (each beveled), overall in base two white enamel mountain peaks (one on each side), in the center issuing from the base the crest of a totem pole consisting of an eagle’s head in proper colors facing to the right.
Symbolism
The single star on the blue background stands for the North Star which also appears on the state flag of Alaska. The gold rays forming an archway symbolize the mission of the U. S. Army, Alaska, as the first line of defense in North America, and also allude to the Northern Lights. The totem pole and the snow covered peaks are symbolic of Alaska. The American eagle as depicted by the Alaskan Indian, with penetrating eyesight and exceptional hearing, alludes to the alertness and protection offered by the organization.
History
The distinctive unit insignia was originally authorized for the U.S. Army, Alaska on 11 May 1970. It was rescinded on 28 Sep 1976. The insignia was reinstated on 7 May 1996.
Source: The US Army Institute of Heraldry
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