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Parachutists Badges


Description

An oxidized silver badge 1 13/64 inches (3.06 cm) in height and 1 1/2 inches (3.81 cm) in width, consisting of an open parachute on and over a pair of stylized wings displayed and curving inward. A star and wreath are added above the parachute canopy to indicate the degree of qualification. A star above the canopy indicates a Senior Parachutist; the star surrounded by a laurel wreath indicates a Master Parachutist. Small stars are superimposed on the appropriate badge to indicate combat jumps as follows:

Combat Parachutist Badge


One Jump: A bronze star centered on the shroud lines 3/16 inch below the canopy.

Two Jumps: A bronze star on the base of each wing.

Three Jumps: A bronze star on the base of each wing and one star centered on the shroud lines 3/16 inch below the canopy.

Four Jumps: Two bronze stars on the base of each wing.

Five Jumps: A gold star centered on the shroud lines 5/16 inch below the canopy.


Symbolism

The wings suggest flight and, together with the open parachute, symbolize individual proficiency and parachute qualifications.

Award Eligibility

See Army Regulation 600-8-22, Military Awards.

Date Approved

The Parachutist Badge was formally approved on 10 March 1941. The senior and master parachutists were authorized by HQDA in 1949 and were announced by C-4, AR 600-70, dated 24 January 1950.

Subdued Badge

Subdued badges are authorized in flat black metal finishes.

Miniature Badge

Dress miniature badges are authorized in the following sizes: Master - 13/16 inch (2.06 cm) in height and 7/8 inch (2.22 cm) in width; Senior - 5/8 inch (1.59 cm) in height and 7/8 inch (2.22 cm) in width; Parachutist - 15/32 inch (1.19 cm) in height and 7/8 inch (2.22 cm) in width.




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