Protect Intelligence Task Forces and Teams. The silver-grey heraldic symbols of the patch, on an oriental blue background, are the colors associated with the Military Intelligence branch. The wings suggest loftness, or the advantage obtained from clear observation. The lightning flash alludes to the unit's ability to respond accurately and quickly support of the intelligence and of the brigade's root's in the battles of Northern France and Central Europe. The Military Intelligence Corps Crest is an oriental blue shield with a golden sphinx superimposed over the crossed key and lightning bolt.
Oriental blue is symbolic of coolness and courage.
The sphinx symbolizes wisdom and silence. The color gold symbolizes achievement. The key is symbolic of security and control. And the lightning bolt signifies worldwide electrical communications.