The production of souvenir Patches seems to have started in mainland Europe during the early 20th-century, probably in Germany shortly after the First World War when hiking became popular, and people began sewing patches of resort towns onto their backpacks and jackets. In the U.S., the development of the National parks system and the growing popularity of vacationing saw a similar development of patch collecting. After the Second World War, American GIs occupying Germany sent patches back to their loved ones, showing where they were stationed. Back patches and biker patches are a derivative of these early back patches.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patch_collecting#History
The U.S. military patches, also referred to as the shoulder sleeve insignia, is a relatively new component of the modern military uniform. Military patches became common during World War II after originating during the first World War, when Gen. John J. Pershing authorized its limited use. The patches for the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard are a source of pride among personnel and have become collector items for civilians. The insignia is an embroidered patch that identifies the corps, division or brigade of the person wearing it. It is generally placed on the upper shoulder, but also can be placed on the helmet. It's either sewn onto the uniform or attached with Velcro.
Up until World War I, most U.S. military uniforms carried no patches. But during the Civil War, many Union soldiers carried corps, division or brigade identification on their forage caps. The only sleeve patches were rank stripes. No soldiers wore any government-authorized patches during the military campaigns against Indian nations, the 1898 Spanish-American War and the 1916 campaign against Pancho Villa. World War I The first patch was formally introduced in May 1918 for the Army's 81st Division Wildcats. It was suggested to Army officials as an informal acknowledgment of the division. The Inspector General's Office approved the patch to promote esprit de corps. Pershing then ordered all divisions wear patches. It was later expanded to corps and brigades.
The Big Red 1 Army patch is the longest surviving patch and belongs to the 1st Infantry Division, informally known as The Big Red One. The division was issued patches with a large "1" emblazoned on it on Oct. 31, 1918, and is perhaps one of the most recognizable patches today. During the years between world wars, the use of patches spread. By the outbreak of World War II, all corps, divisions and brigades possessed insignia patches. Patches were unique to each division. The armored divisions, for example, featured red, yellow and a triangle with a symbol for armor in the center.
More subdued colored patches were worn during the Vietnam War. During the Gulf Wars, patches were colored to match camouflage battlefield uniforms. The design of insignia patches is the responsibility of the Army Adjutant General's Office's Institute of Heraldry. Research and design, which focuses on the heraldry and symbolism of patches, was originally performed by the Army Quartermaster Corps from 1924-62 before switching to the Adjutant General's Office. Patches have evolved into a thriving cottage industry. Military veterans and civilians trade and sell patches, although value on the market is relatively low. World War II and Vietnam War-era patches command the most attention from collectors.
By Rob Wagner, eHow Contributor
Read more: The History of Military Patches | eHow.com
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Bike Week in Daytona, Florida, is just around the corner and Amelia Island is a great stop on your way to Daytona Beach. For those of you who do not ride, a biker is often a misunderstood and thought of as Motorcycle Monster. If you are not on the inside, I am going to let you in on a few unknown facts about the biker lifestyle.
First of all, most of the bikers I know, whether they ride daily, are weekend riders, a die hard bike or wannabe, are not destitute! Motorcycling is an expensive hobby. Bikes are quite costly, the apparel is expensive and when you are traveling by motorcycle you are spending money on hotels or campgrounds and in restaurants and grocery stores.
Biking is a mentality. When you walk into a "biker bar" you will notice that most everyone in the place is out to have a good time. Under normal circumstances, bikers do not usually fight among themselves. I have seen more fights in a Shoney's Restaurant than I have seen in all the Biker Bars I have been to - combined! Bikers all have the same goal... to feel the wind in their face and enjoy life!
Loud pipes on motorcycles save lives. Bikers design their bikes intentionally to have loud pipes so the non biker is aware of their presence on the road. Motorcycles are registered and licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles and have the same rights on the road as any other street legal vehicle.
Just because bikers often ride in a staggered position DOES NOT mean that they must. "The entire lane belongs to me when I am on my Harley, do not get in my space!" Hiding under all of that expensive leather and the sometimes obscene stickers adhered to a motorcycle helmet are people you know, many of them are just like you. These are your relatives, your neighbors and your kid's teachers. They are doctors, realtors and bankers. These are working mothers, housewives, your lawyers and ballet teachers. Prejudices simply put, have no place in the biker world!
Most of all, the bikers I know are generous. They volunteer for many different functions throughout the year to help others in need. Charities for medical care, helping our Veterans and toys for children at the holidays are just some of the biker events I have attended for great causes. If you have never had the opportunity to truly attend a biker event, I recommend you set your sights on Fernandina Beach, Florida, and see just what the Biker Mentality is all about - you'll be glad you did!
Judie Mackie is a writer, reporter and editor for SearchAmelia. http://www.SearchAmelia.com/
Last Leg Rally http://www.lastlegrally.com Benefits the Wounded Warriors
For a Look at Only, The Highest Quality Patches
and A Large Array of Back Patches,
Visit us at
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patch_collecting#History
The U.S. military patches, also referred to as the shoulder sleeve insignia, is a relatively new component of the modern military uniform. Military patches became common during World War II after originating during the first World War, when Gen. John J. Pershing authorized its limited use. The patches for the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard are a source of pride among personnel and have become collector items for civilians. The insignia is an embroidered patch that identifies the corps, division or brigade of the person wearing it. It is generally placed on the upper shoulder, but also can be placed on the helmet. It's either sewn onto the uniform or attached with Velcro.
Up until World War I, most U.S. military uniforms carried no patches. But during the Civil War, many Union soldiers carried corps, division or brigade identification on their forage caps. The only sleeve patches were rank stripes. No soldiers wore any government-authorized patches during the military campaigns against Indian nations, the 1898 Spanish-American War and the 1916 campaign against Pancho Villa. World War I The first patch was formally introduced in May 1918 for the Army's 81st Division Wildcats. It was suggested to Army officials as an informal acknowledgment of the division. The Inspector General's Office approved the patch to promote esprit de corps. Pershing then ordered all divisions wear patches. It was later expanded to corps and brigades.
The Big Red 1 Army patch is the longest surviving patch and belongs to the 1st Infantry Division, informally known as The Big Red One. The division was issued patches with a large "1" emblazoned on it on Oct. 31, 1918, and is perhaps one of the most recognizable patches today. During the years between world wars, the use of patches spread. By the outbreak of World War II, all corps, divisions and brigades possessed insignia patches. Patches were unique to each division. The armored divisions, for example, featured red, yellow and a triangle with a symbol for armor in the center.
More subdued colored patches were worn during the Vietnam War. During the Gulf Wars, patches were colored to match camouflage battlefield uniforms. The design of insignia patches is the responsibility of the Army Adjutant General's Office's Institute of Heraldry. Research and design, which focuses on the heraldry and symbolism of patches, was originally performed by the Army Quartermaster Corps from 1924-62 before switching to the Adjutant General's Office. Patches have evolved into a thriving cottage industry. Military veterans and civilians trade and sell patches, although value on the market is relatively low. World War II and Vietnam War-era patches command the most attention from collectors.
By Rob Wagner, eHow Contributor
Read more: The History of Military Patches | eHow.com
http://www.ehow.com/about_5267430_history-military-patches.html#ixzz1AOG9Hr9s
Bike Week in Daytona, Florida, is just around the corner and Amelia Island is a great stop on your way to Daytona Beach. For those of you who do not ride, a biker is often a misunderstood and thought of as Motorcycle Monster. If you are not on the inside, I am going to let you in on a few unknown facts about the biker lifestyle.
First of all, most of the bikers I know, whether they ride daily, are weekend riders, a die hard bike or wannabe, are not destitute! Motorcycling is an expensive hobby. Bikes are quite costly, the apparel is expensive and when you are traveling by motorcycle you are spending money on hotels or campgrounds and in restaurants and grocery stores.
Biking is a mentality. When you walk into a "biker bar" you will notice that most everyone in the place is out to have a good time. Under normal circumstances, bikers do not usually fight among themselves. I have seen more fights in a Shoney's Restaurant than I have seen in all the Biker Bars I have been to - combined! Bikers all have the same goal... to feel the wind in their face and enjoy life!
Loud pipes on motorcycles save lives. Bikers design their bikes intentionally to have loud pipes so the non biker is aware of their presence on the road. Motorcycles are registered and licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles and have the same rights on the road as any other street legal vehicle.
Just because bikers often ride in a staggered position DOES NOT mean that they must. "The entire lane belongs to me when I am on my Harley, do not get in my space!" Hiding under all of that expensive leather and the sometimes obscene stickers adhered to a motorcycle helmet are people you know, many of them are just like you. These are your relatives, your neighbors and your kid's teachers. They are doctors, realtors and bankers. These are working mothers, housewives, your lawyers and ballet teachers. Prejudices simply put, have no place in the biker world!
Most of all, the bikers I know are generous. They volunteer for many different functions throughout the year to help others in need. Charities for medical care, helping our Veterans and toys for children at the holidays are just some of the biker events I have attended for great causes. If you have never had the opportunity to truly attend a biker event, I recommend you set your sights on Fernandina Beach, Florida, and see just what the Biker Mentality is all about - you'll be glad you did!
Judie Mackie is a writer, reporter and editor for SearchAmelia. http://www.SearchAmelia.com/
Last Leg Rally http://www.lastlegrally.com Benefits the Wounded Warriors
For a Look at Only, The Highest Quality Patches
and A Large Array of Back Patches,
Visit us at
BACKFIRE ALLEY!
PLEASE CLICK ON NAME...
