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Information on the US Army MP Badge

U.S. Army Military Police wear the MP Badge. It "is the symbol of law enforcement authority vested in Military Police and is worn only in the performance of law enforcement duties," according to Army Regulation 670-1 (AR 670-1), "Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia."
  1. How Worn

    • The badge is worn on the left side, according to AR 670-1.

    Appearance

    • The badge is silver-plated with an oxidized satin finish and has three conspicuous features: a shield, an eagle and an armament crest, according to the website of the Maneuver Support Center at Fort Leonard Wood.

    Shield

    • The shield stands for the strength of defense and the authority of police, according to the Maneuver Support Center.

    Eagle

    • The eagle is situated atop the shield and is meant to signify vigilance, according to the Maneuver Support Center.

    Armament Crest

    • The Armament Crest is in the middle of the badge. It "replicates the crest of the official Department of Army seal," according to the Maneuver Support Center.


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