AMEDD Regimental Distinctive Unit Insignia

The AMEDD Regimental Distinctive Unit Insignia was designed by the Institute of Heraldry and is one of the oldest crests in the Army today. The 20 stars on the crest correspond to the number of states in the Union between December 10, 1817, and December 3, 1818. The origin of the crest dates from the Act of April 14, 1818, by which the Medical Department of the Army was first organized.

The alternating red and white stripes on the left side of the shield, as you face it, are the 13 stripes of the American Flag. The green staff is the staff of Aesculapius (the son of the Sun God, Apollo, the first healer, according to Greek mythology); and green was a color associated with the Medical Corps during the last half of the nineteenth century.

The phrase "To Conserve Fighting Strength" gives testimony to our mission as combat multipliers and guardians of our Nation's strength and peace.

The Distinctive Unit Insignia for the AMEDD Regiment is known as a "Shield" when located on the Flag or the Coat of Arms.