Нарукавный знак 15 группы армий СВ США 
Нарукавный знак 12 группы армий СВ США
Description
An inverted pentagonal figure 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width consisting of a trapezoid 1 inch (2.54 cm) in height between its parallel sides with 1 inch (2.54 cm) upper base and 2 inches (5.08 cm) lower base which is coincident with the base of an inverted blue isosceles triangle 1 1/2 inches (3.81 cm) in height; the trapezoid divided horizontally red and white 1/4 inch (.64 cm) from its lower base, a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border within the overall dimensions.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 29 July 1944. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-359)
Нарукавный знак 6 группы армий СВ США
Description
On a 2 1/4 inch (5.72 cm) red square a white fret placed diagonally consisting of six pieces each 1 5/8 inches (4.13 cm) long by 1/4 inch (.64 cm) wide.
Symbolism
The six elements of the fret are indicative of the numerical designation of the organization.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 23 October 1944. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-358)
Нарукавный знак 1 группы армий СВ США
Description
A sky blue pentagon containing a black Roman numeral one (I) which is 1 3/8 inches (3.49 cm) in height and is centered with the base of the figure I parallel to the base of the pentagon; all within a 1/16 inch (.16 cm) inner white border and a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) outer red border.
Symbolism
The design contains our national colors of red, white and blue with the representation of the unit’s numeric designation by the Roman numeral one.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 28 March 1944. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-154)
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США в Тихоокеанском регионе
Description
On a blue disc 2 3/4 inches in diameter, a red arrow fimbriated white, pointing upward bendwise at a 30 degree angle between the star polaris, the seven stars of Ursa Major, and the four stars of the Southern Cross, all white.
Symbolism
The arrow is representative of the strength and valor of the Armed Forces of the United States while the location of the Pacific Ocean Areas is indicated by Polaris, the seven star of Ursa Major, and the constellation of the Southern Cross.
Background
The insignia was originally approved for the United States Army Forces, Pacific Ocean Areas on 18 Oct 44; redesignated for United States Army Forces Middle Pacific on 8 Sep 45; redesignated for United States Army Forces, Pacific Ocean Areas on 1 Nov 45; redesignated for United States Army Pacific on 4 Dec 47; redesignated United States Army Western Command effective 23 Mar 79; and redesignated for the United States Army, Pacific effective 22 Aug 90.
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США в Японии
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
Description
On a medium blue disk within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) red border with a 1/32 inch (.08 cm) white piping an inner edge, 2 inches (5.08 cm) in diameter overall, a representation of Fujiyama in light blue and white.
Symbolism
The unit's location in Japan is symbolized by the representation of Mount Fujiyama, a world famous symbol of that country.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Army Forces, Far East Command on 5 September 1952. It was amended to change the name to United States Army Forces, Far East on 25 February 1953. The insignia was rescinded effective 1 July 1957. The shoulder sleeve insignia was reinstated and redesignated for the United States Army, Japan on 3 April 1959. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-196)
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США в Берлине
Description
A dark blue Norman shield with curved top 4 inches (10.16cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35cm) in width overall within a 1/8 inch (.32cm) dark blue border, palewise a double handed flaming sword 2 1/8 inches (5.40cm) in length, hilt golden yellow, white blade, red flame, all below an arched chief 1/4 inch (.64cm) sky blue, and a rainbow of five colors 5/16 inch (.79cm) overall: Red orange, yellow, green and dark blue in descending order; at the top on a dark blue arc edged red 5/8 inch (1.59cm) in height the inscription "BERLIN" in yellow letters 3/8 inch (.95cm) in height.
Symbolism
The shoulder sleeve insignia is that of the U.S. Army, Europe insignia with the addition of the "Berlin" tab.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Berlin Command on 12 Oct 1960. It was redesignated for the U.S. Army, Berlin on 13 Oct 1970.
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США во Вьетнаме
Description
A shield 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width overall; within a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) white border three vertical stripes yellow, blue and red, on the center blue stripe a sword pointing upward, blade white and handle yellow.
Symbolism
Yellow and red are the colors of Vietnam. The blue center represents the United States, together with the sword it alludes to the U.S. Military in Vietnam.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 10 February 1966. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-408)
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США "Юг"
Description
On a 2 1/2 inch (6.35 cm) ultramarine blue disc, a white galleon with a red cross on the sail, riding on white wave lines with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) ultramarine blue border. The overall dimension is 2 3/4 inches (6.99 cm) in diameter.
Symbolism
The galleon is symbolic of the Caribbean area. This type of ship is usually associated with the Caribbean area since it predominated during the Spanish regime. The blue background represents the color of the Caribbean Sea. The cross was the insignia of Columbus, the first explorer to land in the Caribbean area.
Background
The insignia was originally approved for the Caribbean Defense Command on 3 May 1944. It was redesignated for the United States Army, Caribbean on 2 February 1948. The insignia was redesignated for the United States Army Forces Southern Command on 11 July 1963. It was reassigned for the United States Army South with the description amended on 1 April 1987. The insignia was amended to correct the description and symbolism on 28 July 2009. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-311)
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США в Европе
Description
On a dark blue Norman shield with curved top 3 5/16 inches (8.41 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width, palewise, a double handed flaming sword, 2 1/8 inches (5.40 cm) in length, hilt golden yellow, white blade, red flames, all below an arched chief 5/8 inch (1.59 cm) in depth on center line, 1/8 inch (.32 cm) from the top and sides of the shield in sky blue, the base of which is 5/8 inch (1.59 cm) on center line divided into a rainbow of five colors: red, golden orange, yellow, green, and blue in descending order.
Symbolism
The black shield, changed to dark blue when redesignated for the Headquarters U.S. Forces, European Theater in 1945, represented the darkness of oppression. The sword of liberation with rising flames represents justice by which the enemy power will be broken. Above the sword is a rainbow, emblematic of hope, containing the colors of the National Flags of the Allies. The sky blue above the rainbow represents a state of peace and tranquility to be restored to the enslaved people by the United Nations.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Forces on 13 December 1944. It was redesignated for Headquarters, U.S. Forces, European Theater and revised to change the background color from black to dark blue on 2 August 1945. It was redesignated for the European Command on 23 June 1947. The insignia was redesignated for United States Army Europe on 7 November 1952. It was amended to include the specific shade of orange in the description on 22 July 1970. It was cancelled effective 16 July 2009. The insignia was reinstated for United States Army Europe on 7 July 2009, revoking the cancellation. The insignia was cancelled effective 17 April 2010. It was reinstated on 21 January 2011. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-367).
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США на Аляске
Description
On a blue disc edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) blue border 2 9/16 inches (6.52 cm) in diameter overall, a Polar bear’s face affronté with black nose, mouth, and details and red lips and tongue below a yellow five-pointed star.
Symbolism
The insignia represents the constellation Ursa Major (The Great Bear) which, according to ancient myth, is the guardian of the North Star (Polaris), depicted by the golden yellow star.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Alaskan Defense Command on 24 March 1943. It was redesignated for the Alaskan Department on 31 December 1943. The insignia was redesignated for Headquarters, United States Army Alaska 
on 1 March 1949. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-286)
Нарукавный знак Командования СВ США в Африке и Южной Европе
Description
On a shield 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width and 2 11/16 inches (6.83 cm) in length overall, triparted vertically red, white and blue, a winged lion “passant guardant” above a bar, his right forepaw resting on a book and holding a dagger vertically, all yellow on the book the blue letters “PAX”. The insignia is enclosed by a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Army green border. Attached above the insignia is a tab consisting of a red scroll 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width and 3 1/4 inches (5.08 cm) in length, with the inscription “SETAF” in yellow letters.
Symbolism
The lion of St. Mark symbolizes NATO affiliation. The red, white and blue of the insignia represent the colors of the United States of America.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Southern European Task Force on 6 December 1955. On 2 April 1958, it was redesignated for the United States Army Southern European Task Force. The description and symbolism was amended to delete reference to the tab “SETAF” on 9 February 1962. The insignia was amended to change the description on 6 December 1998. On 27 February 2001, the shoulder sleeve insignia was amended to include an airborne tab. The insignia was amended to delete the airborne tab and add the “”SETAF” tab on 4 September 2008. It was redesignated for United States Army Africa/Southern European Task Force with the symbolism revised effective 26 January 2012. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-195)
Нарукавный знак 15 армии СВ США
Description
Within a 1/8 inch (.32cm) olive drab border a pentagon 1 13/16 inches (4.60cm) on a side, divided per saltire and charged with the letter "A" 1 7/8 inches (4.76cm) in height, all counterchanged red and white.
Symbolism
The insignia is in the colors of an army. The division per saltire and the five sides of the pentagon are suggestive of the numerical designation of the organization while the letter "A" indicates that the organization is an army.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 26 Oct 1944. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-365)
Нарукавный знак 14 армии СВ США
Description
On a red acorn 1 5/8 inches (4.13cm) across, 1 3/4 inches (4.45cm) in length standing in its cup 2 1/8 inches (5.40cm) across and 1 inch (2.54cm) in length a white letter "A" 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm) in width and 2 inches (5.08cm) in height.
Symbolism
The acorn is a symbol of strength and the letter "A" is the initial letter of its organization. The colors are those of the Army distinguishing flag.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 7 Jul 1944. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-364)
Нарукавный знак 10 армии СВ США
Description
Two triangles, 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) base, red with white centers, one reversed above the other with apexes overlapping, the entire design 2 inches in height.
Symbolism
The composition of this design alludes to the numerical designation of the organization.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 29 August 1944. It was amended to revise the description on 11 September 1944. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-363)
Нарукавный знак 9 армии СВ США
Description
On a red nonagon whose points lie on an imaginary circle 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in diameter, a white letter "A" within the outline of a rosette figure of four petals, all white.
Symbolism
Red and white are the colors associated with armies. The nine-sided figure indicates the numerical designation of the organization.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 21 September 1944. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-362)
Нарукавный знак 8 армии СВ США
Description
On a red octagon 2 1/4 inches in width and height with each side 1 inch in length, a white cross pattee throughout saltirewise with rounded corners, all within a 1/8 inch red border. The overall dimensions are 2 3/8 inches in width and height.
Symbolism
Red and white are the colors used to distinguish the flags of Armies. The white cross pattee divides the octagon into eight areas representing the numerical designation of the Army.
Background
The insignia was approved on 10 May 1944. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-361)
Нарукавный знак 7 армии СВ США
Description
On a blue right angle triangular background, the hypotenuse to base, a seven stepped letter “A” (steps 1/4 inch (.64 cm)) in yellow with the center in scarlet, horizontal element 1/4 inch (.64 cm) in width. The overall dimensions are 1 15/16 inches (4.92 cm) in height and 3 3/4 inches (9.53 cm) in width.
Symbolism
The colors blue, yellow, and red allude to the three basic arms. The pyramidal figure is of a distinctive form with the symbolic letter “A” representing the first letter of the “Army” while the number of steps on each side represent the numerical designation of the unit.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Seventh Army on 23 June 1943. It was amended to change the dimensions on 17 March 2008. The insignia was redesignated effective 16 July 2009, for United States Army Europe with the symbolism updated. The redesignation was cancelled and the insignia reinstated for Seventh Army on 7 July 2009. It was redesignated for United States Army Europe with the symbolism updated effective 17 April 2010. The redesignation to United States Army Europe was cancelled and the insignia was designated for Seventh Army for historical purposes on 21 January 2011. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-7).
Нарукавный знак 6 армии СВ США
Description
On a six pointed white star 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in diameter with a red border 3/32 inch (.24 cm) wide and 3/32 inch (.24 cm) in from the edge, a red letter “A” 7/8 inch (2.22 cm) high, all on a 2 3/4 inch (6.99 cm) Army Green disc.
Symbolism
The six pointed star is significant of the number “six” and the red letter “A” signifies “Army.” The red and white colors are the colors of the design approved for distinguishing flags for the numbered Armies.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the Sixth Army on 26 January 1927. The original design was cancelled and a new design approved on 10 January 1945. It was amended to change the background color from olive drab to Army Green on 6 December 1960. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-6)
Нарукавный знак Северного командования СВ США (бывшая 5 армия СВ США )
Description
On a red rectangular background with top corners chamfered at 45° having a 2 1/2 inch (6.35 cm) base, 2 3/4 inches (6.99 cm) in height and top 1 3/8 inches (3.49 cm), a silhouette of a mosque in blue charged with a white letter “A” 1 9/16 inches (3.97 cm) in height, members 3/16 inch (.48 cm) in width above a white number “5”, 11/16 inch (1.75 cm) in height, members 1/8 inch (.32 cm) in width.
Symbolism
The flag colors of red, white, and blue are self-explanatory. The outlined figure of the mosque is symbolic of the country in which Fifth Army, the previous designation of the unit, was originally activated. The letter “A” indicates “Army”, and conforms in general, to designs used by the First and Third United States Armies.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia originally approved for Fifth Army on 26 January 1927, was pentagon shaped with a white background and five red stars formed in a pentagon shape. The current design was originally approved for Fifth Army on 7 April 1943. It was redesignated for the Fifth United States Army effective 1 January 1957. The insignia was redesignated for United States Army North with the description and symbolism updated on 19 December 2006.
Нарукавный знак 4 армии СВ США
Description
On a red square 2 inches (5.08cm) on a side, a white four-leaf clover with stem, 1 3/8 inches (3.49cm) across leaves, stem to bottom - the square to be worn point up.
Symbolism
The composition of this design alludes to the numerical designation of the organization and the colors are those associated with "armies."
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for Fourth Army on 26 January 1927. The insignia was redesignated for Fourth United States Army on 4 October 1957. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-4)
Нарукавный знак Центрального командования СВ США (бывшая 3 армия СВ США)
Description
On a blue disc 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in diameter a white letter “A” with members 1/8 inch (.32 cm) wide within a red circle 2 inches (5.08 cm) in diameter and 3/16 inch (.48 cm) in width.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for Third Army on 20 December 1922. It was redesignated for Third United States Army on 10 November 1960. The insignia was redesignated for US Army Central on 29 August 2006. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-3)
Нарукавный знак 2 армии СВ США
scription
On an Army green background a block numeral “2,” 2 1/4 inches (5.72 cm) in height, 1 3/4 inches (4.45 cm) in width, all members 7/16 inch (1.11 cm) wide, the middle and upper strokes red, the lower portion white.
Symbolism
Red and white are the colors associated with Armies, while the numeral identifies the unit’s designation.
Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 27 May 1922. An Army green background was added on 17 March 1959. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-2)
Нарукавный знак 1 армии СВ США
Основа нарукавного знака заглавная литера "А" черного цвета на бело-красном фоне. Красный и белый фон являются официальными цветами, используемые в символики для армий Сухопутных сил. Литера « А » означает « Армия » и одновременно является первой буквой алфавита предлагая что это "Первая армия".
Первоначально черная литера "А" была выбрана символом первой армии генералом командующим Американскими экспедиционными силами и утвержден в качестве уставного знака 16 ноября 1918 г., позже знак был утвержденн военным ведомством 27 мая 1922 года. Фон был добавлен 17 ноября 1950 года. (TIOH Drawing Number A-1-1)
Форма ACU или Army Combat Uniform это современное обмундирование армии США , которое было принято на вооружение в 2004 году. Данный камуфляж
имеет ряд преимуществ, которые делают его одним из самых популярных видов обмундирования среди любителей страйкбола. Во-первых, форма ACU имеет очень удобный и хорошо продуманный покрой, который включает в себя несколько косых карманов, а также липучки на руках. Во-вторых, ставшая модной в последние годы так называемая пиксельная 
Знаки различия армии конфедератов офицерский состав
Генерал
На кителе генерала четырехрядный галун и два ряда по четыре пары пуговиц.
Информация Функен Л. и Ф. Энциклопедия вооружений и военного костюма. Войны на американском континенте XVII-XIX веков
Полковник
Знаки различия армии федералов офицерский состав
a
Генерал-лейтенант
b
Генерал-майор
На генеральском мундире два ряда пуговиц, которые расположены тремя группами по три пуговицы .
Офицерский шарф изготовлялся из шелка светло-желтого цвета. Представленная здесь шпага была единой для всех генералов. 
Униформа 99 отдельного пехотного батальона Викинги армии США
99 отдельный пехотный батальон Викинги был создан в Кэмп Рипли, штат Миннесота 19 июля 1942 года приказом по военному ведомству. Это уникальное элитное подразделение должно было состоять только из норвежцев и американцев норвежского происхождения.
Солдаты, которые выбрались для этого подразделения, должны были владеть норвежским языком и, предпочтительно, уметь передвигаться на лыжах.
По штатному расписанию 
Война во Вьетнаме стала войной пехоты. Американская пехота действовала повсюду, oт лесистых гор до заболоченных речных долин. В боевых действиях принимал участие 81 пехотный батальон разного типа.
Сотни тысяч американских парней прошли через Вьетнам именно в составе пехотных частей. Солдаты воинской специальности IIВ I боевые действия , I пехота, В легкая пехота вынесли основную тяжесть Вьетнамской войны.
Не все пехотинцы лазали по джунглям, по крайней мере, не всегда. Многие 
На капитане тропическая униформа хаки Tropical Khakl , сверху которой одета куртка N4 Field Jackot образца 1943-45 годов.
Информация L US NAVY dans la crise de Cuba octobre-novembre 1962
Мастер-главный старшина в едином рабочем хаки Khaki Working с галстуком.
Куртка подводника имеет два нагрудных кармана с клапанами.
Рядовой 1942 Рядовой 29-я пехотной дивизия декабрь 1942 г., восток Англии Этот солдат армии США одет в обмундирование класса А с шинелью цвета хаки . Его брюки из того же материала собраны в полотняные гетры на ногах у солдата коричневые кожаные ботинки по щиколотку, поверх которых надеты резиновые боты. Головной убор пилотка с голубым кантом. Эта одежда была типичной для американских 
Рядовой 1944 Рядовой 101-я воздушно-десантная дивизия ноябрь 1944 г., Бельгия К началу последней военной зимы американские войска получили представленное на иллюстрации обмундирование образца 1943 г., в которое входила однобортная полевая куртка с четырьмя накладными карманами. Куртка была сшита из водоотталкивающего и ветрозащитного хлопчатобумажного материала и имела отстегивающуюся подкладку из ворсистой ткани. 
Рядовой 1941 Морской пехотинец 1-й батальон береговой обороны декабрь 1941 г., остров Уэйк Военнослужащий одет в типичную форму американской морской пехоты раннего этапа войны на Тихом океане, состоявшую из гимнастерки и брюк цвета хаки , парусиновых гетр и коричневых кожаных ботинок. На голове у солдата каска образца 1917 г., относящаяся к периоду Первой мировой войны он вооружен винтовкой образца 1903 г. 30-го калибра с примкнутым 
Техник-сержант 2-го класса 1945 Техник-сержант 2-го класса ВВС 1945 Этот представитель наземного персонала в рабочем обмундировании комбинезон поверх пуловера на голове кепи-бейсболка. Знаки различия нашиты на рукавах. Наземный персонал осуществлял жизненно важные работы по поддержанию самолета в пригодном для полетов состоянии. Все авиационные части были организованы практически одинаково, хотя климатические и географические 
Старшина 1-го класса 1942 Старшина 1-го класса ВМС 1942 Этот старшина одет в форменку повседневное обмундирование для матросов и младших старшин. В холодную погоду эта категория военнослужащих надевала также длинные или короткие бушлаты с двумя рядами крупных пластмассовых пуговиц с американским орлом. На голове военнослужащего головной убор рабочей формы одежды, заменивший непопулярное кепи Дональд Дак , названное 
Капрал военной полиции 1942 Капрал Военная полиция декабрь 1942 г. Лондон В армии США обмундирование цвета хаки появилось в 1903 г. в качестве тропической формы одежды. В стандартную солдатскую форму образца 1941 г. входил оливково-серый хаки однобортный китель с открытым воротником, погонами того же цвета, нагрудными накладными карманами с застегивавшимися на золотистые пуговицы 
Фронтовик
Ефрейтор 1 в униформе образца 1943 г. Знаки различия из петлиц перенесены на погоны . Каска СШ-40 получила широкое распространение с 1942 г. Примерно в то же время в войска в массовых количествах начали поступать пистолеты-пулеметы. Этот ефрейтор вооружен 7,62-мм пистолетом-пулеметом Шпагина - ППШ-41- с 71-зарядным барабанным магазином. Запасные магазины в подсумках на поясном ремне рядом с подсумком на три ручные гранаты. В 1944 г. наряду с барабанным 
