The 90th Infantry Division’s World War I service in France is represented by the vertical arrow shaft, while the head of the arrow and the gold lion behind it (derived from the coat of arms of Normandy, France) signify participation in the amphibious assault at Normandy during WWII. The white star denoted the Texas origin of the unit and the five points further represents the campaign credits for WWII service in Europe. Awards of the French Croix de Guerre and Meritorious Unit Commendation are represented by the crossed bayonets.