PACER BATTALION

Unit Isignias

- The Battalion Colors -

As Approved and Recorded by

The Army Institute of Heraldry

The Pacer Battalion Colors

Silver Gray and Scarlet: The standard JROTC organizational color is typically silver gray, fringed in scarlet.

Silver Gray: Represents the academic and educational nature of the JROTC program, distinguishing it from active military units.

Scarlet: A traditional color in the Army, often associated with valor, courage, and sacrifice. It connects JROTC cadets to the broader Army heritage.

Symbolism of JROTC Battalion Colors

Central Device - The JROTC Emblem:

The central device on the flag is the JROTC emblem, which typically includes:

Olive Branches: Symbolize peace and achievement, reflecting the educational and leadership development goals of JROTC.

Sheathed Saber and Rifle: Represent military heritage, discipline, and the readiness to serve, but in a non-combative, educational context. The sheathed nature emphasizes training and learning rather than direct combat.

ROTC Torch Enflamed: A prominent symbol of knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of academic excellence, highlighting the educational aspect of the program.

School Name: The name of the school inscribed around the central device signifies the specific institution the battalion belongs to, fostering a sense of local identity and pride.

Army ROTC Monogram:

"ARMY ROTC" in Scarlet on a White Disc: Located in the upper hoist (the corner near the flagpole), this monogram clearly identifies the program as part of the Army JROTC system, connecting it to the larger U.S. Army Cadet Command.

- Company Guidons -

BATTALLION

STAFF

A COMPANY

(2nd Period)

B COMPANY

(3rd Period)

C COMPANY

(4th Period)

D COMPANY

(5th Period)

E COMPANY

(6th Period)

The Guidon Bearer

The JROTC guidon is more than a flag — it's a symbol of belonging, pride, and military values. It visually represents the company’s honor, history, and esprit de corps, and those who carry or follow it are reminded of their duty to uphold its standards.

1. Unit Identity & Pride: The guidon displays the company letter (e.g., "A" for Alpha Company) and the battalion designation (e.g., "Pacer Battalion"). It represents the individual unit within the larger JROTC battalion, fostering camaraderie and team spirit.

2. Leadership & Responsibility: The cadet who carries the guidon — the Guidon Bearer — is typically chosen for their discipline and leadership. It symbolizes the readiness and professionalism of the unit and its leaders.

3. Discipline & Tradition: The guidon is always treated with military courtesy and respect. It is never dropped, never disrespected, and is always presented correctly in formation. These rules build a sense of honor, discipline, and respect for military customs.

4. Position and Formation: In formation, the guidon shows where the company is located. It serves as a visual rallying point — symbolizing unity and direction.

5. Heritage: The design and use of guidons in JROTC mirror those in the U.S. Army, linking cadets to a legacy of service and military history.

Company Guidon Symbolism

Silver Gray and Scarlet: The standard JROTC organizational color is typically silver gray, emblazoned with torch of knowledge and unit designation in scarlet.

Silver Gray: Represents the academic and educational nature of the JROTC program, distinguishing it from active military units.

Scarlet: A traditional color in the Army, often associated with valor, courage, and sacrifice. It connects JROTC cadets to the broader Army heritage.

ROTC Torch Enflamed: A prominent symbol of knowledge, enlightenment, and the pursuit of academic excellence, highlighting the educational aspect of the program.

- Shoulder Insignias -

Army JROTC distinctive shoulder sleeve insignia

Description: The shoulder sleeve insignia is a rectangular device consisting of a gray center edged with a 1/8 inch scarlet border at the top and bottom. On this device is a yellow olive wreath surmounted in the vertical center by a yellow torch inflamed. Above the center is a white horizontal scroll inscribed "U.S. Army" and below the center is a white school inscribed "JROTC" all in scarlet letters. The entire device is within a scarlet border.

Overall Design and Symbolism: Gray center edged with a scarlet border. Gray and scarlet are the official colors associated with Army JROTC.

Olive Wreath: A prominent feature is the yellow olive wreath. The olive wreath traditionally symbolizes achievement and leadership. In the context of JROTC, it signifies the cadets' potential for and pursuit of these qualities.

Torch Inflamed: Surmounting the olive wreath in the vertical center is a yellow torch inflamed. The torch, often referred to as the "Torch of Knowledge" (like that held by the Statue of Liberty), represents enlightenment through knowledge and highlights the academic instruction within the JROTC program. It also symbolizes the passing of military history and values from one generation to the next.

Scrolls: Above the center device, a white horizontal scroll is inscribed with "U.S. Army" in scarlet letters. This clearly identifies the branch of service the JROTC program is affiliated with. Below the center device, another white scroll is inscribed with "JROTC" in scarlet letters, directly identifying the program itself.

Pacer Battalion

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Description

On a shield shaped embroidered item edged with a 1/8 (0.32 cm) yellow border, blazon as follows: Azure, issuant from base a stylized demi horse, head to sinister Or, detailed of the first. Attached to the sides and below the shield, a blue scroll edged with a 1/8 (0.32 cm) yellow border inscribed "GRANT UNION HIGH SCHOOL" in yellow. Overall dimensions are 3 3/8 (8.57cm) in width by 3 1/2 (8.89 cm) height.

Symbolism

Blue and gold are the school colors. The Pacer horse is the school's mascot which signifies strength and leadership.

Background

The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized on 20 May 2017. (TIOH Drawing Number A-10J-1168).

Pacer Battalion

Shoulder Loop Insignia

Description

On a shield shaped gold metal and epoxied device 1 1/8 (2.86 cm) in height blazoned as follows: Per pale Azure and Or, a stylized horseshoe, opening upwards, counterchanged. Attached below the shield a blue scroll doubled white bearing the inscription "PACERS" in gold.

Symbolism

Blue and gold are the school colors. The horseshoe recalls school's mascot of the Pacer horse and the upright position is symbolic of good luck. The motto: "PACERS" refers to the school's mascot. Gold exemplifies excellence, expediency, and expertise. Blue suggests leadership and authority.

Background

The shoulder loop insignia was authorized on 20 May 2017

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