The main difference between the CIB and this award is that the Combat Infantryman Badge is awarded for participation in infantry ground combat, while the Expert Infantryman Badge is presented for completion of an approved Army training course. Due to the rigid testing procedures, many holders of the Army Expert Infantry Badge value it more […]
Category: Military Badges
Officer and Chief Warrant Officer Cap Insignia
Officer Cap Insignia Officer and Chief Warrant Officer Cap Insignia – Two gold colored crossed fouled anchors with burnished silver colored shield surmounted by a burnished silver spread eagle facing to wearer’s right (in 1941 the eagle was changed to face to the right; to the wearer’s sword arm). It may be embroidered or made […]
Background and History – USMC Awards
The Continental Marines were established by resolution of the Second Continental Congress on 10 November 1775. The resolution called for the recruitment of two battalions. The uniform of the Continental Marines was a green cutaway coat with either white or scarlet facings and waistcoat, light-colored breeches, wool stockings with black gaiters, a round black hat […]
How Army Medals are Worn and Displayed
Wear of Army Service Ribbons Army Ribbons may be worn on the Army green, blue and white uniform coats. The ribbons are worn in one or more rows in order of precedence with either no space or 1/8 inch between rows, no more than four ribbons to a row. The top row is centered or […]
Army Air Assault Badge
Army Air Assault Badge Description: An oxidized silver badge 3/4 inch in height and 1-17/32 inches in width, consisting of a helicopter, frontal view, superimposed upon a pair of stylized wings displayed and curving inward. Symbolism: The wings suggest flight and together with the helicopter symbolize individual skills and qualifications in assault landings utilizing the […]
