213 Air Defense Artillery Regiment (U.S. Army) Color Changing Mug 11oz

213 Air Defense Artillery Regiment (U.S. Army) Color Changing Mug 11oz

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/Blazon:

A shield blazoned: Gules, with a silver maple leaf between seven gold fleurs-de-lis in pairle, the dome of the United States Capitol Azure in base, and a Maltese cross dexter, and a scorpion bendwise of the third sinister. Below the shield is a gold scroll inscribed "THE FIRST DEFENDERS" in blue letters.

Symbolism:

The red shield represents Artillery. The maple leaf signifies service during the War of 1812, the scorpion represents the Mexican War, the dome of the United States Capitol denotes service during the Civil War, the Maltese cross commemorates the Spanish-American War, and the seven fleurs-de-lis symbolize service in World War I.

Background:

The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 213th Coast Artillery Regiment on June 4, 1932. It was redesignated for the 213th Antiaircraft Artillery Gun Battalion on March 26, 1952, and for the 213th Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion on December 15, 1954. The insignia was redesignated for the 213th Artillery Regiment on July 26, 1961, and for the 213th Air Defense Artillery Regiment with a revised description on May 8, 1989.