785th Military Police Battalion

785th Military Police Battalion

785th Military Police Battalion coat of arms
Active 1942–1946
1948–1951
1953–
Country United States
Branch Army Reserve
Type Military Police
Role Internment/Resettlement
Size Battalion
Part of 300th Military Police Brigade
Battalion Headquarters Fraser, Michigan
Motto(s) SAFEGUARD AND SECURE
Engagements World War II
Insignia
Distinctive Unit Insignia

The 785th Military Police Battalion (I/R) is an Army Reserve unit whose mission is to provide command, planning, administration, and logistical support for the operation of an internment/resettlement facility. It is located in Fraser, Michigan.

Battalion lineage

This information provided by the Army Institute of Heraldry.[1]

Campaign participation credit and honors

Heraldic Items

Coat of Arms

Blazon

Symbolism

  1. Green and yellow (gold) are the colors traditionally associated with the Military Police Corps.
  2. The battle-axe is a symbol of authority and emphasizes the mission of the Battalion in both peace and war.
  3. The swords represent military readiness and commemorate the unit's two campaigns in World War II.
  4. Black denotes determination and dependability; gold is for honor and excellence.

Distinctive Unit Insignia

  1. Green and yellow (gold) are the colors traditionally associated with the Military Police Corps.
  2. The battle-axe is a symbol of authority and emphasizes the mission of the Battalion in both peace and war.
  3. The swords represent military readiness and commemorate the unit's two campaigns in World War II.
  4. Black denotes determination and dependability; gold is for honor and excellence.

External links (and references)

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