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U.S. Army Acquisition Corps
Friday, 11 May 2012 02:20

Acquisition Corps Seal Plaque 300x287 U.S. Army Acquisition CorpsThe Department of Defense possesses has an extremely large acquisition budget. Employees in the Army logistics, acquisition and technology career field need to show they have the needed education and experience to provide taxpayers quality products for their tax dollars. High ranking members in the Army logistics, technology and acquisition field are required to be part of the Army Acquisition Corps. Applicants to the Army Acquisition Corps must show high levels of education and experience in order to gain acceptance.

Collar Insignia

A gold color metal device 1 inch (2.54 cm) in height overall consisting of the Alpha and Omega interlaced, superimposed by an eagle’s head erased, all enclosed around the top with a gold tripartite scroll inscribed “INNOVATION” “EXCELLENCE” “DEDICATION” in incised letters; around the bottom entwined by the scroll ends are two laurel branches crossed at base all gold.

The Greek letters, “Alpha” and “Omega” are interlaced to indicate the intricate and continuous acquisition process. The eagle, our National symbol, represents vigilance and military preparedness. Gold is emblematic of excellence and high ideals. Laurel symbolizes honor and achievement.

Regimental Insignia

A gold color metal and black enameled device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) overall consisting of a black disc bearing the Alpha and Omega interlaced, overall between two laurel branches crossed in base with a sword superimposed on each all entwined by a riband, an eagle’s head erased, all gold. Attached across the bottom is a black scroll doubled and inscribed with “PACTUM EXCELLO” in gold.

Background

The G-1 approved the development of a collar and regimental insignia for Career Management Field 51 on 15 October 2007. The insignia was authorized on 8 January 2008. The collar insignia is worn by enlisted personnel only. The regimental insignia may be worn by soldiers awarded Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 51C.

source: www.tioh.hqda.pentagon.mil

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Law Enforcement: Keeping the Neighborhood Friendly
Friday, 04 May 2012 02:58

18 Inch TAcoma Chief Police 225x300 Law Enforcement: Keeping the Neighborhood Friendly

My heroes are those who risk their lives every day to protect our world and make it a better place -police, firefighters and members of our armed forces. – Sidney Sheldon

In the country, Law Enforcement is one of the three major components of the criminal justice system, along with courts and corrections. According to textbooks and scholars, there are three primary police agency functions.

Order maintenance. This is the broad mandate to keep the peace or otherwise prevent behaviors which might disturb others. This can deal with things ranging from a barking dog to a fist-fight. Such situations are usually called-on to “handle” with discretion, rather than deal with them as strict violations.

Law enforcement. Those powers are typically used only in cases where the law has been violated and a suspect must be identified and apprehended. Most obvious instances include robbery, murder, or burglary.

Service. Services may include rendering first aid, providing tourist information, guiding the disoriented, or acting as educators.

Police officers are indeed dedicated to apprehending criminals and violators but they are also helpful individuals in times of inconvenience. Police responsibility also extends to roadside auto assistance, providing referrals to other agencies, finding lost pets or property, or checking locks on vacationer’s homes. One study showed that 80% of all calls for police assistance did not involve crimes.

The first police station was called New York Sheriff’s Office in 1626 while the first modern police department established in the United States was the Boston Police Department in 1838.

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USS Boxer LHD 4 : Symbols and History
Friday, 27 April 2012 04:36

14 Inch USS Bower LHD 4 239x300 USS Boxer LHD 4 : Symbols and HistoryThe USS Boxer LHD 4 is the sixth ship to carry the name BOXER and also the fourth ship of the Wasp class multi-purpose amphibious assault ship (LHD). The fabrication work for LHD 4 commenced at Litton-Ingals in Mississippi in July 9, 1990 and was launched Aug. 13, 1993.

The ship began its service to the Navy as its fourth LHD Feb. 11, 1995 after four years of construction.

The first boxer in American history was actually Her Majesty’s Bristish Ship (HMBS) Boxer, a Brig of 14 guns commanded by Captain Blyth. The HMBS Boxer was sailing off the coast of Portland, Maine Sep. 5, 1813 when she was met by USS Enterprise. The fight that ensued was heroic for both ships, and in the end Boxer’s crew surrendered her to U.S. forces.

The Shield:

The United States is symbolized by the bald eagle whose wings are out-spread beyond the shield to denote the scope beyond her own shores and of the U.S. influence for stability in affairs world-wide. The Border signifies unity and cooperation. The gold is the universal symbol of excellence.

The Swords:

The naval officer’s sword and a Marine Corps mameluke are crossed diagonally to represent strength and cooperation.

The Crest:

The star of six points represents all ships to bear the name Boxer. The octagon charged with a gold star recalls the eight battle stars won by USS Boxer (CV 21) for action off Korea, here symbolized by the Taeguk (symbol from the Republic of Korea’s flag) that bears the star. The wreath of laurel stands for honor and the maintenance and pursuit of peace.

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source: http://www.public.navy.mil/