123rd Aviation Unit Crest

123rd Aviation Unit Crest

The 123rd Aviation Unit Crest is the distinctive unit insignia (DUI) associated with the U.S. Army's 123rd Aviation Regiment. Originally approved when the organization was designated the 123rd Aviation Battalion, this distinctive Army insignia represents the unit's aviation heritage and history of service.

The crest features blue wings supporting a red chevron, symbolizing aerial support, along with a yellow engrailed chevron representing the wide range of support activities performed by the organization. Ultramarine blue is a traditional Aviation color, while the red and yellow elements commemorate the unit's activation and service in Vietnam. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

123rd Aviation Unit Crest Features

• Unit: 123rd Aviation Regiment
• Former Designation: 123rd Aviation Battalion
• Branch: U.S. Army Aviation
• Type: Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) / Unit Crest
• Motto: "COURAGE AND STRENGTH"
• Design: Blue wings, red chevron, and yellow engrailed chevron
• Historical Association: Vietnam War
• Ideal For: Service members, veterans, collectors, uniform restoration, and military displays

123rd Aviation Regiment Insignia

The 123rd Aviation Regiment DUI has a history dating back to the unit's constitution as the 123rd Aviation Battalion in 1967. The distinctive insignia was originally approved on July 22, 1968, and was later amended and redesignated for the 123rd Aviation Regiment in 1987. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

The unit served in Vietnam from 1967 through 1971 and earned multiple campaign and unit awards for its service. The crest's design elements reflect the organization's aerial support mission as well as its Vietnam heritage. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

123rd Aviation Battalion Unit Crest

Collectors may also encounter this insignia listed as the 123rd Aviation Battalion Unit Crest. Because the distinctive insignia predates the regiment designation, both names can be useful when searching for this historic Army Aviation crest. The Army heraldic lineage identifies the 123rd Aviation Regiment as formerly the 123rd Aviation Battalion. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Whether you are replacing a missing unit crest, completing an Army dress uniform, honoring prior service, or adding to a collection of U.S. Army Aviation insignia, the 123rd Aviation Unit Crest is a distinctive piece of military history.

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