Army Basic Combat Parachutist Badge 1st Award OCP Sew-On Patch

The official Army Basic Combat Parachutist Badge – 1st Award is awarded to qualified U.S. Army airborne personnel who have participated in a combat parachute jump. This sew-on patch is made with regulation 3-color Scorpion W2 OCP fabric and is designed for permanent wear on the Army Combat Uniform (ACU). Official U.S. Army Combat Parachutist Badge – Basic 1st Award Made from regulation OCP Scorpion W2 camouflage fabric Sew-on design for permanent attachment to the ACU Subdued thread to meet Army uniform standards Worn above the U.S. Army tape on the ACU coat Made in the USA to military specifications Why does my OCP patch or name tape look lighter than previous issued patches and name tapes? In an effort to standardize insignia across the Army, Air Force, and Space Force, The Institute of Heraldry collaborated with PEO-S to transition each branches insignia. The OCP rank insignia, badges, name, and service tapes are now a lighter, three-color background pattern instead of the previous seven-color pattern. This modification aims to enhance readability and facilitate easier recognition of ranks, addressing the challenge posed by the previous seven-color background. By simplifying these features without compromising the overall functionality of the uniform, the transition seeks to improve situational awareness in day-to-day interactions for military personnel.