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U.S. Army Pathfinder Badge
Display Recognition
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U.S. Army Pathfinder Badge
Display Recognition
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Example Display Recognition:
Actual Size: 8 1/2 x 11
You have four display types to choose from:
Black & White (No Color)
Heavy Bond Enclosure
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Heavy Bond Enclosure Colors: Regal, Black, Navy Trimmed in Appearance Gold Ready for Mantle or Shelf Display |
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Issue Requirements
You must submit:
Personnel Branch
Processing and Delivery
| Style | Admin | Shipping | Total | Full Color .PDF (Printable) | $7.50 | Emailed | $7.50 | Published Document only (Full Color) | $14.00 | $10.77 USPS | $24.77 | Heavy Bond Enclosure (Full Color) | $19.00 | $10.77 USPS | $29.77 |
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You may apply for your Display Recognition using a...
(* Upon reception of required documentation)
Complete and MAIL this APPLICATION FORM.
Don't forget to include a copy of your DD-214 or other required document(s).
Click here for answers to common questions
Email: Pathfinder Badge Recognition InquiryTelephone: 1-562-422-4100 (Pacific Time Zone)
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Issue Regulations
Pathfinder Badge
I. DESCRIPTION: A gold color metal and enamel badge 1 3/16 inches in height and 1 1/2 inches in width, consisting of a gold sinister wing displayed on and over a gold torch with red and gray flames. II. SYMBOLISM: The wing suggests flight and airborne capabilities; the torch symbolizes leadership and guidance implying pathfinder combat skills. III. AWARD ELIGIBILITY: The Commandant of the U.S. Army Infantry School may award the Pathfinder Badge to any person who successfully completed the Pathfinder Course conducted by that School. IV. DATE APPROVED: The badge (in felt) was originally approved on 22 May 1964 and was replaced as a metal and enamel item on 11 October 1968. V. SUBDUED BADGES: A subdued badge in black metal finish of the same design is authorized. VI. MINIATURE BADGES: A dress miniature badge, 11/16 inch in height and 7/8 inch in width is authorized.
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