Information derived from the U.S. Army Center of Military History, current as of 29 June 2010
DUI Symbolism
The torii alludes to service in Okinawa and the winged crossbeam denotes the unit’s airborne capability. The Battalion’s former mission requirements which included all of Southeast Asia are signified by the rays of the sun. The sword and scroll were suggested by the Civil Affairs insignia of branch; the scroll, however, is depicted open to indicate actual conduct of “civil affairs” overseas and symbolizes law and order and stability in government. The unsheathed sword is symbolic of authority and the colors purple and white are used for Civil Affairs organizations.
DUI Background
The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 1st Civil Affairs Battalion on 13 January 1970. It was redesignated for the 91st Civil Affairs Battalion with the description and symbolism updated on 14 April 2008.
Constituted 25 June 1969 in the Regular Army as the 1st Civil Affairs Battalion and activated on Okinawa
Inactivated 30 June 1974 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Redesignated 14 March 2006 as the 91st Civil Affairs Battalion
Activated 16 March 2009 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Campaign Participation Credit
None
Decorations
Philippine Republic Presidential Unit Citation, Streamer embroidered JULY-AUGUST 1972