Current (2021)

AR 670-1: 22-13. Badges not authorized for wear on Army uniforms

Quick Answer

The following badges are NOT authorized for wear on Army uniforms: badges from states or inferior jurisdictions, foreign civilian organizations, foreign military badges (unless previously authorized), marksmanship badges from other Services, and locally authorized badges.

Important

Unit and command policies may be more restrictive than AR 670-1. Always verify with your chain of command for local policies.

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22-13. Badges not authorized for wear on Army uniforms

a. Badges awarded by States and other jurisdictions inferior to the U.S. Government, except as provided in DA

Pam 670–1 for ARNG Soldiers in their State status.

b. Badges awarded by jurisdictions inferior to foreign national governments.

c. Badges awarded by foreign civilian organizations.

d. Foreign military badges, except as previously authorized.

e. Marksmanship badges awarded by other U.S. Services.

f. Locally authorized badges.

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