 In ceremonies held in Killeen in July 1993, during the Texas State Guard Association convention, the newly organized regiments were presented with their new colors by the incumbent general officers and three retired general officers of the Texas State Guard.For the first time since World War II, the regiments were authorized distinctive unit insignia for wear by assigned personnel.In March, 1995, a seventh regiment, the 9th, was organized in El Paso from elements of the 39th.