Dec 4, 2025 · This section includes photographic illustrations and / or information regarding the manufacturer codes and hallmarks seen on various types of U.S. military insignia.

Oct 15, 2007 · Obviously there are many collectors of Shoulder Sleeve Insignia and Patches. It also appears there are many new collectors everyday. Although this forum is a great reference in itself, …

Apr 28, 2017 · The insignia of the division was a Santa Fe Cross within a circle. When the men went overseas, this sign was stenciled on trunks and baggage. When later on in France, it became a …

Feb 5, 2014 · The SSBN Deterrent Patrol insignia is a uniform breast pin worn by officers and enlisted sailors of the United States Navy's submarine service who have completed strategic deterrent patrols …

Nov 18, 2014 · J. Duncan Campbell, Aviation Badges and Insignia of the United States Army 1913-1946. “A note on clutch back insignia – for years, collectors (including myself) have preferred pin …

Dec 19, 2014 · I have some black metal ones for the BDU's without collar insignia. Were subdued metal collar rank insignia worn in the period 1982-1990 ? Could one decide for himself to wear the metal or …

Nov 12, 2016 · Hello everyone: I have been doing some research on Corpsmen serving with the Marines in Vietnam and I noticed an interesting trend which led me to a couple of questions. I have noticed …

Feb 4, 2007 · The Korean War is our forgotten war. There is a lot of interest in WW2 and a lot in Vietnam but Korea just doesn't seem to attract much collector interest. It was fought in some of the …

Mar 30, 2009 · Vanguard has been making military insignia for many, many decades but all you ever see really is the more modern ones with just the "V" for a mark: I wonder if that one with the eagle, …

Aug 31, 2016 · The result is a comprehensive reference that provides detailed pictures of desert uniforms, patches, and insignia worn by the US Armed Forces in combat from Desert Storm, through …