The United States Army Armor School, established in 1940, plays a vital role in developing killed soldiers capable of partaking in advanced armoured warfare operations. Designed to educate and prepare soldiers and officers in tank and cavalry tactics, the school has been at the forefront of modern armour training for over eight decades. This patch, measuring 9.5cm x 10cm and made from embroidered cotton, represents not only the institution’s rich history, but also its continued mission to shape the armoured forces.
Key Features
Original US Army surplus.
Measures approximately 9.5cm x 10cm.
Triangular patch featuring yellow, red and blue segments with a black cannon and red lightning flash.
Description
Established on October 1, 1940, at Fort Knox, Kentucky, the United States Army Armor School was created to centralise the training and development of the Army’s armoured forces. As the US entered World War Two, the school became a critical institution for producing highly skilled tank crews, cavalry leaders and support personnel. In 2010, the school relocated to Fort Benning, Georgia, as part of the Army’s Base Realignment and Closure initiative, continuing its mission of training soldiers in the art of modern armoured warfare.
This original patch features a bold triangular design divided into three segments: gold, red and blue, representing the three branches that make up the US Army (Infantry, Cavalry and Artillery). At its centre a black cannon and tank track are crossed by a red lightning bolt. Measuring approximately 9.5cm by 10cm, the patch is finished with a dark green border and the words “The Armor School” embroidered in gold along the base. This beautifully detailed insignia captures the enduring legacy of the Armor School and its vital role in training generations of armoured warfare experts.
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