US Army I Field Force Vietnam Shoulder Sleeve Insignia – Sword & Shield Patch/US Army Republic of Vietnam (USARV) Shoulder Patch – Sword & Colors Insignia

Description

This is the “I Field Force” (1st Field Force) Vietnam shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI). The design features a shield shaped like a battle-axe, symbolizing “smashing power,” and a central sword “piercing” the red area to represent the probing of enemy territory. The red and yellow colors represent Vietnam, while the blue represents the United States. Approved in 1966, this was the primary insignia for the administrative and logistical units supporting combat operations in Vietnam.This is the shoulder sleeve insignia for the United States Army Vietnam (USARV), the primary command for all U.S. Army units in the country. Approved in 1966, the patch uses the national colors of both the U.S. and Vietnam, with the upright sword symbolizing the military presence and combat mission. Note: This specific example has a modern “Made in China” label on the reverse, making it an excellent high-fidelity commemorative or replacement piece for a display or shadow box.