The New York Army National Guard Element, Joint Force HQ Combat Service ID Badge, or CSIB, utilizes the same design as the organization’s Shoulder Sleeve Insignia-Military Operations in Hostile Conditions (SSI-MOHC), formerly known as SSI-FWTS (for “Former Wartime Service”).
That insignia was originally authorized for HQ, State Area command, New York Army National Guard on 18 February 1994 and was given its current designation, with an amended description, on 1 October 2003.
The state of New York is represented by gold crown, which recalls the crown atop the Statue of Liberty—longtime symbol of both the city and state of New York that emphasizes the traditional freedoms associated with New York. The sword stands for the National Guard, and its upright orientations symbolizes military readiness.
Taken from the state flag, the blue background is an allusion to the harbors, ports, waterways, and natural water resources of New York. The red border and sword denote courage, and the gold of the crown is for excellence.
According to the January 2021 edition of DA PAM 670-1, this pin-on badge is authorized for wear on the Army Service/Dress, Mess, and Evening Mess Uniforms in place of the SSI-MOHC. Only one CSIB may be worn at any given time, and its wear is not authorized on Combat or Utility Uniforms.
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