style based on the Bowie knife pattern. Each brigade Bowie knife bears the recipient's name, social security number, rank, and military branch, as well as the maker's name and serial number of the knife. Distinctive insignia The stars stand for France, Spain, and the U.S., nations to which the Arkansas Territory belonged. The diamond shape was suggested by the state flag, while the wavy bar symbolizes the Arkansas River with the arrow referring to the Arkansa people. The green background alludes to the wooded hills of the Ouachita and Ozarks. The arrow in flight is used as a symbol of The Arkansas Brigade defending the state. See also World War I order of battle War on Terrorism order of battle References External links 1967 establishments in Arkansas Infantry 039 Infantry 039 Infantry 039 Military units and formations in Arkansas Military units and formations established in 1967