Material: Gilt Brass
Size: 25mm
Description: This round collar insignia represents the official U.S. Army Civil Affairs branch device, meticulously crafted for wear on the lapels of formal Class A and Army Service Uniform (ASU) coats. The complex central motif features a torch of liberty adapted directly from the Statue of Liberty, symbolizing democracy, illumination, and knowledge. This torch is overlaid by an intersecting ancient Roman gladius sword representing the military component of operations and an unrolled scroll that underscores the administrative, civil, and legal aspects of governance. The entire configuration is set against a background grid pattern representing the globe, highlighting the extensive, worldwide scope of the Civil Affairs Regiment.
Circa: Mid to late 20th Century
Notes:
While the Civil Affairs branch was originally established in 1955, this specific design was officially finalized and approved for wear by the Department of the Army on June 18, 1956. This specific piece features a dual-clutch back configuration, which utilizes two sharp rear posts paired with butterfly fasteners to prevent the round insignia from accidentally rotating out of alignment when pinned to heavy dress uniform fabric.