Meaning of the symbols on the MI crests
A picture of the Military Intelligence crests, displayed outside the USAICoE and Fort Huachuca headquarters building, Alvarado Hall, with an explanation of these symbols:
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the Sun (4 straight and 4 wavy rays)
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the Compass
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the Rose
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the Dagger
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the Key
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the Flash
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the Sphinx
Finally, the logos make sense!
source: https://militaryintelligencehistory.wordpress.com/2013/03/28/the-military-intelligence-branch-and-corps-crests/
MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BRANCH CREST:
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The sun, composed of four straight and four wavy alternating rays, is the symbol of Helios who, as god of the sun, could see and hear everything
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The four straight rays of the sun symbol also allude to the four points of the compass and the worldwide mission of Military Intelligence.
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The placement of the sun symbol beneath the oriental blue rose (an ancient symbol of secrecy) illustrates the Latin phrase Sub Rosa, meaning "in secret; under circumstances forbidding disclosure."
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The partially concealed, unsheathed dagger alludes to the aggressive and protective requirement and the aspect of physical danger inherent in the mission.
MILITARY INTELLIGENCE CORPS CREST:
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The key, flash and sphinx symbolize the three basic categories of intelligence:
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The key signifies the cornerstone mission of MI, unlocking the enemies' secrets (tactical intelligence);
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The flash represents signals intelligence and electronic warfare;
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And the sphinx, symbolizing wisdom and silence, represents human intelligence.
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The Gold background symbolizes the achievements made by MI since the first Army intelligence unit was created in 1776
The Military Intelligence Corps Motto is "Always Out Front"