Heraldry-SJP

Sasebo, Japan

SHIELD

Azure (Dark Blue), a chevron Gules, edged Or, in base issuant a hand holding a torch Argent (Silver Gray), enflamed Proper all below five mullets in chevron Argent; on two cantons of the third, in dexter a coiled snake of the second and canton sinister, a demi-trident of the first.

CREST

From a wreath Or and Azure (Dark Blue), an American eagle wings elevated, grasping in its dexter claw an olive branch all Proper, in its sinister claw six arrows Argent (Silver Gray), bearing on its breast the Coat of Arms of the United States.

MOTTO

A scroll Or doubled Azure (Dark Blue) and inscribed in Latin "BELLO VEL PACE PARATUS" which translates to "Prepared in War or in Peace" of the second.

SUPPORTERS

Behind the shield a United States Navy officer sword and a Marine Corps officer mameluke in saltire, points downward, Proper.
Symbolism

SHIELD

Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally associated with the Navy, representing the sea and excellence. Red conveys patriotism. The red chevron edged yellow further symbolizes the Marine Corps enlisted rank insignia and signifies the loyalty, dedication and fighting spirit the Marines bring in support of USS AMERICA's amphibious mission. The five stars represent the battle stars earned by USS AMERICA (CVA-66) during the Vietnam War. The hand and torch, adapted from the Statue of Liberty, symbolize enlightenment and America's role as the "Beacon of Liberty." The gold cantons indicate achievement and honor USS AMERICA'S rich naval heritage. On the left, the coiled snake is reminiscent of the Gadsden flag, the first flag carried into battle by the Continental Marine Corps; on the right, the trident denotes sea power and symbolizes the three previous warships named AMERICA.

CREST

The eagle with red, white and blue shield reflects the Coat of Arms of the United States of America with its wings elevated to signify the aviation capability and heritage of USS AMERICA. The eagle further symbolizes the image of the Navy enlisted rank insignia and represents their service to USS AMERICA with honor, courage and commitment. The olive branch and arrows symbolize USS AMERICA's readiness to conduct either wartime or peacetime operations. The six arrows indicate USS AMERICA's hull number, first in the America class.

SUPPORTERS

The crossed Navy officer sword and Marine Corps officer mameluke represent leadership and attest to the unity and teamwork between the two Sea Services, the foundation for success of USS AMERICA's amphibious warfare missions.

MOTTO

The phrase "BELLO VEL PACE PARATUS" (Prepared in War or in Peace), derived from the Second Committee's recommendation for a motto for the Great Seal of the United States in 1780.

SEAL

The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a white oval surmounting a red oval edged white, superimposed by a white oval voided and bearing 50 dark blue stars representing the Military Service Flag in tribute to the unwavering support and sacrifice of military families across the nation. The top star is gold, edged with a thin blue border in honor of those who have sacrificed all in defense of America's freedom, all within a dark blue designation band, edged with a gold roped border and bearing the name USS AMERICA at top and LHA 6 at base, in gold letters.

 

SHIELD

Per bend Azure and Vert, on a bend Argent three fleur-de-lis of the first between an anchor fouled and Marine Corps insignia Or; on a chief embattled of the like eighteen mullets in three rows, five, eight and five of the first.

CREST

Issuing from a wreath Argent and Azure, a terrestrial demi-globe supporting an alligator of the first superimposed in base by Navy and Marine Corps swords saltirewise points down Proper.

MOTTO

On a scroll with the ends behind the cannon barrels Argent fimbriated Azure and doubled Or the words "VICTORY FROM THE SEA" of the second.

SUPPORTERS

Two traditional cannon barrels saltirewise Proper.
Symbolism

SHIELD

Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally used by the U.S. Navy.  Green and blue, representing land and sea areas of operation, highlight the amphibious mission of the USS New Orleans. The battlements symbolize defense and highlight the City of New Orleans being the site of Andrew Jackson's victory in the War of 1812. The eagle with the globe and anchor refers to the U.S. Marine Corps insignia and reflects the Marine Corps' role in executing LPD 18's expeditionary missions. The fouled anchor is taken from the Chief Petty Officer collar insignia and represents the sailor's role in the Navy and LPD 18. The eighteen stars represent Louisiana being the 18th state to join the Union.

CREST

The crossed Navy sword and Marine Corps Mameluke symbolize combat readiness and the teamwork between the Navy and Marine Corps. The white alligator is unique to the City of New Orleans and emphasizes the amphibious nature of USS New Orleans's mission to embark, transport and land elements of a landing force. The globe underscores the world wide mission of the ship.

SUPPORTERS

The cannons recall New Orleans's heritage and Jackson's defense of the city.

SHIELD

Azure, an antique musket and cutlass saltirewise, blade and muzzle down Proper, surmounted by an inescutcheon Celeste bearing three mullets Argent within a bordure Or; on a chief crested Or, an alligator Proper.

CREST

On a wreath Or and Azure, a mountain peak Proper viewed between two spruce trees Proper.

MOTTO

A scroll Celeste fimbriated Or and inscribed “NOBILITY POWER” Argent.

SEAL

The coat of arms as blazoned in full color upon a white oval enclosed within a dark blue collar edged on the outside with gold rope and bearing the name “USS RUSHMORE” at the top and “LSD 47” in base, all in gold.
Symbolism

SHIELD

Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally associated with the Navy and represent the sea and excellence. South Dakota, the location of the Mount Rushmore Memorial for which the ship is named, is referred to by the gold and celeste inescutcheon, recalling the colors of the State flag. The three silver stars represent the World War II battle stars awarded to LSD 14, the first ship to bear the name RUSHMORE. The musket and cutlass symbolize traditional Navy values and the first amphibious operation conducted by the Navy and Marine Corps in Nassau in 1776 during the Revolutionary War. They are shown pointing down to denote nobility of purpose and restraint in the use of power, underscoring the motto. The alligator suggests the ultimate in amphibious power.

CREST

LSD 47 takes its name from the Mount Rushmore Memorial in South Dakota, a monument to the nobility and power of the four great Presidents depicted there. The two Black Hill spruce trees stand for the State of South Dakota where the Mount Rushmore monument is located and represent the old and the new ships to bear the name RUSHMORE. The mountain peak and trees, referring to the land, also recall the mission of USS RUSHMORE as a landing ship dock. Light blue suggests devotion and integrity; green represents vigilance and continuing service.

SHIELD

Barry intradented Argent and Celeste a mine Sable, on a pale Azure (Dark Blue) a naval sword Proper entwined by a sea serpent Vert langed and armed Gules.

CREST

On a wreath Argent and Celeste, a Greek helmet surmounted by two demi-tridents saltirewise Proper, superimposed by two oak branches Proper.

SUPPORTERS

On either side a lightning bolt Or.

MOTTO

On a scroll Azure (Dark Blue) doubled and inscribed "FULL SPEED AHEAD" Or.

SEAL

The coat of arms as blazoned in full color upon a white oval enclosed within a dark blue collar edged on the outside with gold rope and bearing the inscription "USS WARRIOR" at top and "MCM 10" in base, all in gold.
Symbolism

SHIELD

Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally associated with the Navy and reflect excellence and the sea. The symmetrical pattern of light blue and white on the field of the shield denotes the sea. The naval sword entwined with a serpent is inspired by the ship's name and refers to the minesweeper's ability to detect and neutralize a persistent mine warfare threat.

CREST

The crossed tridents and Greek warrior's helmet imply seagoing military preparedness and a strong defense while alluding to the name of MCM 10. The helmet and tridents are of the Greek era. They indicate the common goals and ideas of warriors throughout the ages. The oak branches suggest the ship's strong wooden construction.

SUPPORTERS

The lightning bolts refer to the electronic search and detection capabilities of the variable depth sonar.