Regimental Coat of Arms


	COAT OF ARMS
	*Motto:* Nec Aspera Terrent (Frightened by No Difficulties) The motto, "Frightened by No Difficulties," was used by the regiment for many years. Since the Korean War, the regiment has used the definition "No Fear on Earth" or simply "No Fear!"
	Blazon: Shield: Argent, the insignia of the Siberian American Expeditionary Force Proper. Crest: On a wreath of the colors Argent and Azure two krises saltirewise Gules, hilted Or, in the upper eagle a crescent Argent. *Symbolism:* Service with the Siberian American Expeditionary Force is indicated by the charge on the shield, the shrapnel case in blue outline with the blue polar bear seated. Fighting in the Philippine Insurrection, particularly in the Lake Lanao Expedition, is represented by the crest. Approved 1 Jun 1922.
	DISTINCTIVE UNIT INSIGNIA
	Distinctive Unit Insignia. Description: Left: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 inch (2.54cm) in height overall consisting of a black oblong wolf's head erased facing the left in gold above the motto "NEC ASPERA TERRENT" in gold letters. Right: A gold color metal and enamel device 1 inch (2.54cm) in height overall consisting of a black oblong wolf's head erased facing the right in gold above the motto "NEC ASPERA TERRENT" in gold letters. *Having two different crests is unique in the Army and often leads to confusion. Here are the basic rules:* When worn on epaulets, the wolf heads should face forward. When worn as a regimental affiliation, the wolf's head should face to the wearer's right or field of honor. When worn on headgear, rules of heraldry indicate the wolf should again face to the wearer's right, however there is a long-standing tradition that the 1st Battalion wears the crest facing to the left (honoring the past) and 2nd Battalion to the right (looking forward to the future). Symbolism: The wolf's head is a glorified design developed as a result of the nickname "Wolfhounds" for the 27th Infantry. The nickname "Wolfhounds" was adopted by the organization due to its service in Siberia during the World War. The motto is that of the regiment. Background: The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 31 Dec 1926. Originally requested as a Russian Wolfhound (or Borzoi), the wolf's head design was the closest heraldic symbol.
	Regimental crest originally orange on black (circa 1939). Regimental Insignia prior to 1 August 1922. The symbolism indicates the regiment's fighting during the Philippine Insurrection against Moro extremists particularly in the Lake Lanao Expedition. See Lineage and Honors of the 27th US Infantry Regiment Source: Mahon & Danysh. Infantry, Vol. 1: Regular Army. See Also: 27 Bibliography Last updated on 26 April 2008