AR 670-1: 21-30. Brassards
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Brassards are worn as identification to designate personnel who are required to perform a special task or to deal with the public. Brassards are authorized for wear only while actively engaged in the duty associated with the brassard and identification of personnel is required, such as field operations and event response.
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21-30. Brassards
Brassards are worn as identification to designate personnel who are required to perform a special task or to deal with the public. Brassards are authorized for wear only while actively engaged in the duty associated with the brassard and identification of personnel is required, such as field operations and event response. Brassards are not intended for wear while performing daily or routine job related activities. The brassard is not worn while conducting staff activities, routine maintenance and preparations, or while in an on-call or stand-by status. For descriptions of current authorized brassards, see DA Pam 670–1.
a. The Soldiers assigned to United States Army Europe in support of operations with Kosovo Forces (KFOR) are
authorized to wear the KFOR brassard. This insignia will also convey our commitment to operations in Kosovo while emphasizing the “Allies & Partners” pillar of the United States Army Europe Strong Europe strategy. KFOR must utilize the acquisition review board process in theater in order to purchase these brassards. For descriptions of current authorized brassards see DA Pam 670–1.
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