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COPIES & FAKES
On occasion, CAP insignia are replicated or reproduced in tribute to their historical significance. When collecting non-original copies, it is crucial that each piece is clearly identified and labeled as such to prevent possible misrepresentation. Collectors are urged to NOT purchase counterfeit insignia intentionally being passed off as authentic by unscrupulous sellers.
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Historian
Civil Air Patrol
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This page was created and is maintained by a Civil Air Patrol member for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is NOT an endorsement by Civil Air Patrol of any service, program, object, product, or any other idea, nor does it necessarily reflect the official policy and opinions of the Civil Air Patrol, the United States Air Force, the United States Government, nor their respective officers or representatives.
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Civil Air Patrol Khaki Stripes embroidered on Red Twill Oct 42-Feb 45 |
Civil Air Patrol Khaki Stripes embroidered on Red Felt Oct 42-Feb 45 |
US Army Green Stripes embroidered on Blue Felt Feb 45-Dec 54 |
US Army Khaki Stripes embroidered on Khaki Twill Feb 45-Dec 54 |
US Army Gray Stripes embroidered on Blue Twill Feb 45-Dec 54 |
US Army Gray Stripes woven into Blue Twill Feb 45-Dec 54 |
Civil Air Patrol White / Blue, fully emb 1954-1956 (poss. since 1951) |
Private 1st Class |
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Corporal
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Sergeant
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Staff Sergeant
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Technical Sergeant
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Master Sergeant
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First Sergeant
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US Air Force Gray Stripes on 1549 Blue, fully emb, 4" |
US Air Force Gray Stripes on 1549 Blue, fully emb, 3" |
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US Air Force White Stripes on 1620 Blue, fully emb, 4" |
US Air Force White Stripes on 1620 Blue, fully emb, 3" |
Airman 3rd Class 1956-1968 Airman 1968-1972 |
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Airman Only NCO ranks starting July 1984. |
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Airman 2nd Class 1956-1968 Airman 1st Class 1968-1972 |
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Airman 1st Class Only NCO ranks starting July 1984. |
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Airman 1st Class 1956-1968 Sergeant 1968-1972 1984-1993 |
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Sergeant (SrA) USAF ended Sgt rank in 1991, but CAP Sgts wore SrA stripes after 1993. |
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Staff Sergeant 1956-1972 1984-1993 |
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Staff Sergeant 1993-2013 |
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Technical Sergeant 1956-1972 1984-1993 |
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Technical Sergeant 1993-2013 |
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Master Sergeant 1956-1972 1984-1993 |
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Master Sergeant 1993-2013 |
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Senior Master Sergeant 1956-1972 1984-1993 |
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Senior Master Sergeant 1993-2013 |
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Chief Master Sergeant 1956-1972 1984-1993 |
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Chief Master Sergeant 1993-2013 |
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Civil Air Patrol White Chevrons embroidered on Blue Twill, Large |
Civil Air Patrol White Chevrons embroidered on Blue Twill, Small |
Staff Sergeant Oct 2013 - Present |
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Technical Sergeant Oct 2013 - Present |
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Master Sergeant Oct 2013 - Present |
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Senior Master Sergeant Oct 2013 - Present |
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Chief Master Sergeant Oct 2013 - Present |
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Blue Epaulette Sleeve
for USAF NCO metal cheverons
(pair) |
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Maroon Epaulette Sleeve
for USAF NCO metal cheverons
(single) |
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Gray Epaulette Sleeve
for USAF NCO metal cheverons
(pair) |

white on royal blue |
Gortex Jacket Tab
for use with USAF NCO (and Cadet NCO) metal cheverons |

silver on dark blue |
Gortex Jacket Tab
for use with USAF NCO (and Cadet NCO) metal cheverons |
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