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The design of the patch is the same as that of the army service forces, with the addition of a yellow lightning bolt and five small, blue starts that suggest the southern cross constellation, which may be observed in the heavens above the western pacific ocean, the area where the unit was operational. What do the three lightning bolts on the you s army special forces shoulder patch signify. Image result for patches have a sword, wings and lightning bolts. This patch is an, expediently produced, british made, printed variation of the hq, etousa patch, made for u. Four green ivy leaves connected by green stems to a blue center target on khaki patch. Vietnam military patches and their meanings medals of. United states of america ocp tactical flag reversed with hook closure sku. Aug 17, 2017 image result for patches have a sword, wings and lightning bolts. The lightning bolt represents the radio signals sent out by their equipment.
Vietnam 1st signal brigade color shoulder patch obsolete lightning. The lightning bolt signifies worldwide electrical communication and the key symbolizes security and control. This patch has two lightning bolts instead of three. The gold and teal special forces patch is worn by members of special forces units around the world. The arrowhead shape represents the craft and stealth of the indians, americas first warriors. The lightning bolt is a symbol for speed and striking power, symbols of general frank d.
Back to world war one and wars involving the united states home page back to table of contents world war i back to wwi united states military insignia and badges. Us army shoulder sleeve insignia institute of heraldry united. Military and government patches are requested for many different patch design ideas such as. A flaming sword symbolizes the use of armed force to restore freedom. For example, while any member of a special forces unit will wear the unit identifying patch that includes an arrowhead, sword, lightning, and airborne tab, only soldiers who have completed special forces training will have been awarded and wear an additional tab containing the words special forces i. The patch is a combination of either a combat advisor or adviseassist tab and an arrowheadshaped patch with an upright sword inside. Special forces airborne with two lightning bolts army. Please look closely at all pictures to determine condition for yourself.
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