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	Weapons Qualification Badge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Weapons Qualification Badges are issued in three levels (in descending order): Expert, Sharpshooter, and Marksman.
		Once a qualification has been obtained, and the weapons qualification badge issued, the badge may be worn for the remainder of a military career, or until a different level of qualification (higher or lower) is achieved.
		The Marksmanship Ribbon and Marksmanship Medal are issued by the remainder of the United States military branches to denote weapons qualifications.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Weapons_Qualification_Badge (465 words)

	Trade & Profiency badges of WW1 & WW2 Page 2
		Please note that these are British badges but as the armies of Australia and New Zealand were close to carbon copies of the British Army most of them would have been worn by Australian and New Zealand troops.
		Badge of the Regimental Sergeant Major of the Brigade of Guards.
		Badge of the "wheeler" or wheelwright could be worn by many ranks up to wheeler major and later by pattern makers, shipwrights, carriage and wagon repairers as well as wood turners and machinists.
	www.diggerhistory.info /pages-badges/trade2.htm (874 words)

	Austro-Hungarian Army - Austro-Hungarian Assault Troop's Badges
		However this new badge should not be part of the uniform, worn by every member of an assault battalion, but was planned to be a decoration for special skills or bravery during a mission.
		Concerning the appearance of the assault decoration and the badge, the use of human skulls in any way was definitely rejected, because this would, in the estimation of the army-command, cause wrong expectations.
		The wearing of these badges was generally allowed by the KM in November 1916 (it was obvious, that it would not be possible to forbid them), but it was made clear, that they should be worn only on the right side of the cap.
	www.austro-hungarian-army.co.uk /badges/sturmtruppen.html (2925 words)

	Weapons Qualification Badge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Weapons Qualification Badges are issued in three levels, being that of Expert, Sharpshooter, and Marksman.
		USMC Weapons Qualification Badges Marine Corps weapons qualification badges are suspended beneath a bar reading the type of weapon and qualification received.
		Once a qualification has been obtained, and the weapons qualification badge issued, the badge may be worn for the remainder of a military career.
	weapons-qualification-badge.kiwiki.homeip.net (421 words)

	Marksmanship Badges of the California National Guard
		At the bottom of the badge were two rings for the suspension of dated award bars for 1887, 1888, and 1889.
		A second type badge in silver suspended from an ornate target bar (similar to the Federal marksman collar insignia of 1876 to 1902).
		These badges were identical in design to those worn by the United States Army with the exception that they were made of brass instead of silver oxide.
	www.militarymuseum.org /MarksmanshipBadges.html (1220 words)

	Army Badges Display Recognitions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Miniature badges are 19/32 inch in height and 2 inches in width; 11/16 inch in height and 2 inches in width; and 23/32 inch in height and 2 inches in width, respectively.
		SYMBOLISM: The badge is the same design as that for Army Aviator with the coat of arms of the United States substituted for the shield of the coat of arms of the United States.
		At the time authorization of the badge was announced, personnel must have been assigned or attached to a glider or airborne unit or to the Airborne Department of the Infantry School; satisfactorily completed a course of instruction, or participated in at least one combat glider landing into enemy-held territory.
	www.amervets.com /replacement/badge.htm (5582 words)

	Austro-Hungarian Army - Higher Grade Cavalry Marksmanship Badge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Similar to the marksmanship lanyard of the infantry the qualification for the marksmanship cockade of the cavalry became progressively easier to achieve over the years, especially after the introduction of the Steyr-Mannlicher rifle in 1895 and similar to the infantry a higher grade was introduced.
		The qualifications were the same as for the infantry and therefore the cavalryman had to place more than 60% of the rounds on the target.
		The badge was an oval gold plated brass cockade introduced in 1907 for the k.u.k.
	www.austro-hungarian-army.co.uk /badges/Cock16.htm (182 words)

	Der Rittmeister Militaria, Imperial German Merchandise Page 1, Badges:wound, veterans', shooting prizes, etc.
		The badge is a darker bronze color from age but is a most interesting variation of a badge that has been modified to suit the taste of the owner.
		The badge has a green wreath inside of which is a likeness of a veteran’s canteen with a recreation of a shoulder strap for the regiment.
		The regiment was raised in 1897 and garrisoned in Bonn.
	www.derrittmeister.com /badges.htm (5012 words)

	Medals Insignia Decorations Badges and Awards Reference Books
		In the early years of the nation the idea of badges and symbols did not find favor but as the years passed the Pyramid of Honor, at whose apex sits the Medal of Honor, was established and was enshrined in law after the First World War.
		In 1862, General Philip A. Kearney, Commander of the Federal Third Corps, assigned badges to his divisions; prompted, it was said, by an embarrassing incident when he mistook a group of officers for enlisted men and reprimanded them about their appearance.
		Badges and Insignia covers all the distinctive badges issued to the German troops, including trade and specialist badges, proficiency badges, 'traditional' unit emblems and cuff-titles.
	www.arms2armor.com /Books/medals.htm (1436 words)

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		Badges are sewn onto dress uniforms and their matching symbols emblazed on personal body armor.
		Badges are generally placed centered over the left pectoral, stacked one on top of the other.
		The badge is fairly common since a character only needs to have the sniper skill, sharp shooting skill, or a W.P. for a ranged weapon at 3rd level proficiency to meet the requirements.
	riftsmux.dhs.org /~rifts/military.htm (2564 words)

	Marksmanship Qualification Badges
		These were worn on the left breast pocket of the service uniform for the period of time the soldier held the qualification.
		These badges were adopted in 1921 and replaced the style worn during the First World War.
		Badges were not to be worn in the field.
	www.angelfire.com /md2/patches/medals/otherqbmarksmansh.html (101 words)

	Aviation Wings and Badges of WW2 - Swedish Air Force (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The pilot badge of the model m/36 was approved in 1936, and it consists of a pair of straight wings in frosted gold with a pair of crossed swords in polished gold in the middle, surmounted by the three Royal Crowns (with polished highlights).
		The motto of the qualification badge is In Battle on Wings for Sweden (“I Striden på Vingar för Sverige”).
		Aviation related badges of earlier vintage were not allowed to be worn on the new Air Force uniform, and the new air crew badges, starting with the m/36 pilot badge, were to be worn on Air Force uniforms only.
	www.ww2wings.com /wings/sweden/swedenmain.shtml (2078 words)

	Aeronautical Ratings - Badges
		Graduates of an AAF flexible gunnery school, or of an AAF instructor's school (flexible gunnery) could wear the badge during such time as they were assigned as a regular gunner member of an aircrew, or were awaiting assignment to such duties, or were performing duties as an instructor in flexible gunnery.
		AAF enlisted technicians and mechanics were authorized to wear a distinctive silver badge indicating the skills in which they were qualified.
		Qualification: At least 6 months service with the AAF and either graduation from an authorized course in technical training or evidence of capability in one or more of the following specialities for which the badge had been designated:
	www.303rdbg.com /badges.html (986 words)

	USMA and USAFA Ribbons
		Weapons Qualification Badges of West Point USMA and the U.S. Marine Corps.
		The U.S. Army considers weapon qualification badges to be optional and will allow a service member to operate any weapon after receiving a “familiarization qualification” this means that the soldier is familiar with that particular weapon he generally understands it but an above average qualifications score was not obtained.
		The Qualification Badges are presented to service members upon successful completion of their respective weapons qualification course.
	www.oknapc.org /usma_and_usafa_ribbons.htm (491 words)

	Army badges (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		It is one of the newest badges on the Army uniform and one of the most sought-after.
		Subsequent awards of the Combat Medical Badge are noted by the addition of stars in the gap of the wreath atop the badge.
		The Pathfinder Badge is worn on the pocket flap by qualified graduates of Pathfinder School.
	www.campbell.army.mil /Badges.htm (497 words)

	Marksmanship Ribbon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The pistol ribbon is currently awarded for qualification on the 9 millimeter handgun, while the rifle ribbon is currently awarded for qualification on the M-16 automatic rifle.
		Qualification as expert on the pistol requires 41 hits out of 45 rounds, with 25 in a 10 inch circle on the torso of the target and 6 in a 6 inch circle on the head of the target.
		Qualification as expert on the M-16A2 rifle requires 43 hits out of 50 rounds on various sized silhouettes, simulating targets at different ranges.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Small_Arms_Expert_Marksmanship_Ribbon (549 words)

	Cadet Guide 2002
		This exercise includes weapon familiarization, confidence and team building, and exposure to an Army post while students become acquainted with their peers and military science instructors.
		Authorized for wear by cadets who qualify with weapons in accordance with AR 600-8-22 as determined by the professor of military science.
		One marksmanship qualification badge may be worn 1/4 inch below the ribbon row or in a similar location on the left coat front if ribbons are not worn.
	www.vanderbilt.edu /Army/cadetguide/cadetguide2002.htm (6157 words)

	British WW2 airborne uniforms, insignia, equipment, headgear and weapons
		On the next pages you will find cap badges and shoulder titles, qualification badges, special dress destinctions and formation badges.
		Rank badges for Warrant Officers Class 2 (Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant, Company Sergeant Major and Battery Sergeant Major) was worn on both sleeves of BD and Denison smock on the lower arm.
		Rank badges for Warrant Officers class I (Regimental Sergeant Major) were also standard Army pattern.
	home.tiscali.nl /nijsten/rankbadges.html (172 words)

	Badges of the United States Marine Corps - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Badges of the United States Marine Corps are military decorations which are issued by the United States Department of the Navy to service members of the U.S. Marines to denote a variety of qualifications and accomplishments.
		The Marine Corps issues the fewest number of badges of all the United States armed forces and most badges used by the Marine Corps are also issued as U.S. Navy badges.
		There are certain badges, however, which are specific only to the Marines and not issued by any other branch of service.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Badges_of_the_United_States_Marine_Corps (157 words)

	MILNET Brief
		Qualification Badges: Army and Marines have different badges used for marksmanship.
		The army qualification badge consists of multiple weapons types ("ladder" devices) hung on a Marksman, Sharpshooter or Expert "ladder", while the Marines have separate badges for rifle and pistol and then one of the three shooting qual levels is hung from that.
		Qual badges are not shown here, but can include numerous types including parachutist, explosives expert, astronuat or flyer's wings, submariner or surface combatant qualifications.
	www.milnet.com /pentagon/medals/medals.htm (11161 words)

	Sports and Recreation
		Competitors were required to move tactically with loaded weapons, and fire from standing, kneeling, sitting, and prone unsupported positions.
		Shot placement was emphasized in scoring, and alibi firing was not permitted even in the event of a weapon malfunction.
		Soldiers that earn these badges are authorized to wear them in place of their basic marksmanship qualification badges.
	www.dix.army.mil /PAO/post05/post101405/sports.htm (633 words)

	Submarine Qualification Pins - Dolphins - page 2
		For each submarine badge or item you order at full price you can then order one of the 50% off items.
		bronze, silver and gold, and are given after graduating in a special branch and serving in the qualification for some years of service.
		They may be worn in addition to the submarine insignia and you are even allowed to wear two of them if you work in different branches.
	www.icbm.com /dolph2.htm (374 words)

	The Booker Collection of military hat & collar badges (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		He was raised in the U.S. Navy during WWII, his step-father was a submarine sailor.
		He enlisted in 1959 at age 16 (underage) in the U.S. Army and served in the 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, at Camp Casey, Korea, Light Weapons Infantry until 1962.
		Transferred to the 118th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, South Carolina Army National Guard in North Charleston, Heavy Weapons Infantry until 1964.
	militarybadges.info (249 words)

	Audit Report 05-24
		Requirement For Training and Qualification: All USMS employees who are authorized to carry firearms will be trained in their use and will qualify and be familiarized with them according to the chart below.
		Each personally owned weapon must be approved in writing by a USMS supervisor (GS-13 or above) on Form USM-333, Weapons Qualifications and Familiarization/Authorization to Use Personally Owned Weapons.
		Weapons Qualification Record: The firearms instructor will record all firearms qualifications, familiarization, tactical familiarization courses, inspections and verifications on Form USM-333, Weapons Qualification and Familiarization/Authorization to Use Personally Owned Weapons, and submit the form to a USMS supervisor (GS-13 or above) for authorization.
	www.usdoj.gov /oig/reports/USMS/a0524/app5.htm (462 words)

	www.russianwarrior.com News and Updates
		Added a Soviet Space Troop and Mine Clearing Badge; and a Russian Federation Officer Qualification Badge.
		Added modern Russian qualification and soldier-sportsman badges, a modern 'For Long Voyage' badge, and a patch for the modern Black Sea fleet.
		Added two modern Russian patches, a modern Russian badge, and many new shoulder boards for the Soviet Navy.
	www.russianwarrior.com /News.htm (658 words)

	Reservists strive for Schuetzenschnur badge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		In the all day event, Soldiers had the opportunity to earn the Schuetzenschnur badge in gold, silver and bronze by qualifying on the German MP2 wood stock submachine gun (also known as an Uzi) and the P8 pistol, which is the newest addition to the armed forces in Germany.
		Officers from the 7th ARCOM participated in the event for the camaraderie as well as leader development.
		The Soldiers ended the event with deeper insight into NATO, a knowledge of foreign weapons and Schuetzenschnur badges.
	www4.army.mil /ocpa/read.php?story_id_key=9064 (404 words)

	KFOR Online Homepage
		American soldiers familiarised with and fired small arms weapons with NATO soldiers from the Greek Battalion and the Polish/Lithuanian Battalion of Camp White Eagle, Kosovo.
		The soldiers fired their weapons for the first time during the deployment without the stressors of having to qualify.
		The units would like to get together again in the future and take the opportunity to qualify and earn each nations' marksmanship qualification badges.
	www.nato.int /kfor/chronicle/2000/nr_001118.htm (476 words)

	MyiFolio.com
		Rick Lawson is available to provide technical advice or consulting on military, medical procedures, tactics, uniforms, insignia, and weapons and has current experience in combat operations in Iraq.
		Technical advice and continuity on military uniforms, rank insignia, qualification badges, decorations, and equipment.
		Training, technical assistance, and firing for qualification on the M16A2 Rifle, or it’s civilian counterpart the AR-15.
	www.myifolio.com /mtas.html (240 words)

	US Uniforms & Equipment, Weapons
		This book is about the history, development and use of these famous weapons, concentrating on the development through World War II and modern collectors.
		All the uniforms, insignia, badges, weapons and equipment of the ETO are described in detail and depicted in both photographs and full color graphics.
		This book of all new material greatly expands on the wing qualification badges, uniforms, and patches presented in the first book.
	stevenbaffa.tripod.com /bluemaxmilitaria/id39.html (3118 words)

	Uniforms: Allies (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The rest of the best is sprinkled with color photographs of their very unique weapons and types of equipment and accessories, also includes many b/w period photos.
		These are used to illustrate the main variations of weapons, their ammunition and support equipment available to the British and Commonwealth soldiers during WWII.
		Brett Werner, C,O, Uniforms, Equipment and Weapons of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I is a detailed look at the uniforms, equipment, weapons, personal items, insignia, and specialist equipment of the American Army during the Great War.
	www.aberdeenbookstore.com /uniforms_of_the_allies.htm (8138 words)

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