Frequently referred to as a shoulder patch or unit patch, the Shoulder Sleeve Insignia worn by personnel serving at Fort Jackson and the U.S. Army Training Center located there was approved on 20 February 2007.
A reversed gold chevron simulates a “V” signifying “Victory,” an allusion to the historical motto of Fort Jackson, “Victory. Starts Here.” The flaming torch is a symbol of knowledge that is passed along to Soldiers in training at Fort Jackson during their journey from civilian to Soldier. The black used for the torch is the color of consistency, and the crossed rifles epitomize teamwork. Set on a background of Infantry blue, the rifles are also a reference to the principles of ground combat that provide the foundation for the training of future warriors and the development of their military skills.
Located in the city of Columbia, South Carolina, Fort Jackson is the Army’s largest Basic Combat Training site, responsible for training about half of all Soldiers (and more than sixty percent of females) who enlist in the Army every year. It is one of only four Army Training Centers that conducts Reception Operations as well as Basic Combat Training in addition to its Advanced Individual Training courses.
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US Army Training Center In Fort Jackson Unit Crest (DUI)Among its many tenants are the Army’s Drill Sergeant Academy, Chaplain Center and School, Soldier Support Institute, Columbia Recruiting Battalion, and the 369th Adjutant General Battalion, which provides Advanced Individual Training for AG Soldiers. Infantry training is assigned to the 165th and 193rd Infantry Brigades, and the Training Center and Fort are supported by the 81st Readiness Division.