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413th Civil Affairs Battalion

The 413th Civil Affairs Battalion is located near Lubbock, Texas. The 413th provides deployed military units a direct link to local governments, the civilian populace, and international organizations. As a part of U.S. Special Operations Command, we work closely with Special Forces and Psychological Operations to provide the supported units with the tools for effective Civil-Military operations. Officers of any branch are accepted and will be cross-trained and branch transfered to Civil Affairs Branch.

The distinctive unit insignia was approved on the 14 June 1993. Purple and white are the colors traditionally associated with Civil Affairs organizations. The torch and globe are adapted from the insignia of branch of Civil Affairs. The sections of the shield represent unity and the organization's military/civilian mission, as well as symbolizing cooperation, teamwork and strength. The olive branches symbolize peace and underscore the unit's motto.

The coat of arms was approved on 14 June 1993. Purple and white are the colors traditionally associated with Civil Affairs organizations. The torch and globe are adapted from the insignia of branch of Civil Affairs. The sections of the shield represent unity and the organization's military/civilian mission, as well as symbolizing cooperation, teamwork and strength. The olive branches symbolize peace and underscore the unit's motto.