During the 50s, the fabric used was the same color as the background color of the badge which allowed to use less embroidery weft or a certain economy of thread. From to be in accordance with the new color of the uniforms, the border of the badges is made with thread of color Army Green. In the 60's, the badges are made with fabric and nylon thread. This gives a much firmer texture to the badge compared to the badges made with cotton thread softer. Indeed the main defect of the Flat edge badges was to fray.
They are easily distinguishable thanks to the Trailing Edge or Pig Tail that protrudes from the badge. We hope you will find this list useful, we will complete it in the future weeks.
Examples of US Army insignia manufacturing :. Flat Edge :. Felt patches :. Local made insignia :. US-made insignia :. German-made insignia :. Based in England, the 1st Army Group prepared the landing in Normandy. The 12th Army Group prepared the liberation of France. The United States Army has served with valor across every continent, so Medals of America has created a collection of hundreds of Army patches that just begins to scratch the surface of the Army's contributions to this country.
You can start your collection with one of the general U. Army patches like the square patch with a shining white star above "U. Army" or the more ornate U. Army patch with an eagle gripping an olive branch and spears - a constant reminder to foes both foreign and domestic that America wants peace but will go to war when necessary.
Medals of America's selection of Army patches includes hundreds of brigade patches in ACU digital camo. An Army brigade is like a second family that connects you to your fellow soldiers, and your brigade's shield can feel as important to you as a family crest.
If you were a member of the th Infantry Bulldogs, you'll easily find a patch for your time spent in the st Airborne diving into battle from the skies, but Medals of America has your specific brigade patch in stock and available for your shoulder.
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