256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (U.S. Army) Color Changing Mug 11oz

256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (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 gray rectangular shield with arched top and bottom, enclosed within a gray border. The shield features a blue saltire, overlaid with a fleur-de-lis, where the central frond is red and the outer fronds and cross-bar are gold.

Symbolism

The saltire, a symbol representing a brigade on military maps, signifies the Organization. It also references the Brigade's home area, with early settlers from Nova Scotia, as the saltire appears on Nova Scotia's coat of arms. The fleur-de-lis symbolizes the Brigade's headquarters location in Lafayette, reflecting the French heritage of the region. The red center frond represents Lafayette's original name, Vermilionville, and the nearby Bayou Vermilion. The combination of blue (for Infantry), silver (symbolizing sincerity), along with red and gold, also ties to the branch colors of Artillery and other components of the Brigade. The rectangular shield shape is traditionally used for shoulder sleeve insignia of brigades.

Background

The shoulder sleeve insignia was initially approved for the 256th Infantry Brigade on 23 July 1968. It was redesignated for the 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and amended to update the description on 3 August 2007. The symbolism was further updated on 22 June 2023.