Quartermaster Corps

Distinctive Unit Insignia

The distinctive unit insignia was authorized June 1994 to be worn by soldiers affiliated with the Quartermaster Corps under the U.S. Army Regimental System.

The device utilizes the traditional Quartermaster Corps branch insignia with the eagle in a slightly different configuration known historically as the "Regimental Eagle." The eagle symbolizes the United States. The wagon wheel symbolizes transportation and delivery of supplies. The stars and spokes of the wheel symbolize the original colonies. The sword, indicating the military forces, and the key, alluding to storekeeping functions, symbolize the control of military supplies by the Quartermaster Corps. The wreath signifies honor and achievement.

QUARTERMASTER CORPS

Purpose: Arrange for or provide supplies, materiel management, distribution, procurement and field services to support and sustain soldiers, units and their equipage in peace and war.

Mission Arrange for or provide in peace and war:

• Major end items, repair parts, rations, water, petroleum, individual and organizational clothing and equipment, personal demand items, storage and distribution of maps, fortification and barrier material and materiel to support military and non-military programs.
• Field services including laundry and shower, clothing exchange, fabric repair, mortuary affairs, classification, reclamation, salvage and property disposal.
• Parachute packing, maintenance, and aerial delivery.
• Training and professional development of Active, Reserve Component and Civilian personnel in proponent and common skill areas.
• Doctrine, systems, and force integration to include research, development and acquisition in proponent areas.
• Post Exchange and Commissary support.

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