 McGrath says the 36th Brigade insignia with star was authorized for wear from 10 May 1967 – 1 November 1973, but never worn, because the brigade at the time was designated 71st.The 36th Airborne Brigade was active from 1973 to 1980 and inactivated on 1 April 1980.It was reconstituted as a divisional formation (36th Brigade, 50th Armored Division) from 1988–92.