108 Cavalry Regiment (U.S. Army) Color Changing Coffee Mug

108 Cavalry Regiment (U.S. Army) Color Changing Coffee Mug

This color-changing mug adds a touch of magic to every sip. When filled with a hot beverage, the heat-reactive surface unveils the image, making each drink a special experience. As the mug cools, it reverts to its original black exterior and white interior. The robust C-shaped handle offers a secure and comfortable grip. Available in a convenient 11oz (0.33l) size, it's perfect for that much-needed morning coffee.

- Size: 11oz (0.33 l)

- Material: Durable ceramic with a black exterior and white interior

- Safe: Lead and BPA-free

- Unique Feature: Heat-reactive design reveals the image

- Finish: Glossy finish for a polished look

- Care: Hand wash recommended

Description

A shield blazoned: Or, a saltire Gules between a rainbow couped Proper (composed of three bands—Red, Yellow, and Blue), an Indian’s head in profile Proper with one feather in a topknot of the second, and a prickly pear cactus Vert. Attached below the shield is a gold scroll inscribed “COME WHAT WILL” in black letters.

Symbolism

The yellow shield represents Cavalry. The scarlet saltire symbolizes the unit's World War II service as an anti-aircraft artillery unit, reflecting Artillery's traditional color. The rainbow, reflecting the shoulder sleeve insignia of the 42d Division, denotes service in that Division during World War I. The Indian head signifies involvement in Indian warfare, while the prickly pear cactus represents service on the Mexican border.

Background

The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 108th Cavalry Regiment on November 1, 1929. It was redesignated for the 105th Antiaircraft Artillery Automatic Weapons Battalion on January 4, 1952. The insignia was further redesignated for the 139th Armor Regiment on August 29, 1960, and then for the 139th Cavalry Regiment on January 19, 1966. It was redesignated for the 205th Engineer Battalion on June 26, 1968, and rescinded on September 2, 1976. The insignia was reinstated and redesignated for the 108th Cavalry Regiment on February 28, 1996. The symbolism was amended on July 13, 2023.