A.A.'s Country-wide News Circuit

A blue triangle with the figure "5" and letter "P" in a yellow monogram identifies the wearer as member of Squad Five or the Perseverance Squad of Washington, D.C. Adopted some months ago, the emblem is worn at group meetings and other A.A. gatherings. The figure is defined as the first five Steps of the A.A. program with members of the squad attempting to aid each other up and through the first five Steps. The color of the figure and letter is symbolic of the light that is necessary for members to seek to accomplish the task. The blue field of the triangle denotes the caliber of personality necessary to aspire to such an undertaking. The letter stands for the name of the squad and the important human quality which manifests itself at meetings.