173rd Engineer Battalion Unit Crest (Soldiers of the Great River) - Sold in Pairs Africa The three stripes at the

The three stripes at the top are adapted from the flag of the Hawaiian Territory

The design consists of a blue hexagon with a silver shield overlaid by three grapevines

Since the medal is awarded by operational commanders

1944 - September 2

The Small Craft Pin is issued in two grades for both officers and enlisted

173rd Engineer Battalion Unit Crest (Soldiers of the Great River) - Sold in Pairs Africa The three stripes at theUnited States Army 173rd Engineer Battalion Unit Crest (Soldiers of the Great River) Criteria: Unit Crests are unique to each unit in the U. S. Army and are officially known as Distinctive Unit Insignia although most Soldiers refer to them as "Unit Crests." The insignia design is derived from the coat of arms authorized for a unit. All personnel assigned to the organization wear the insignia, except general officers, the Sergeant Major of the Army and