The two divisions of the shield are used to denote service during World Wars I and II.

A trade mark is a unique device that refers to and denotes a specific product, service or business.

The helmet looked very little like modern equipment, but it was the symbol which had denoted naval service for almost two thousand T-years.

These bars were replaced with ribbons denoting specific a theater or service.

The compass rose denotes worldwide service.

An attachment to a medal's ribbon denoting special service, participation in a battle, or additional awards.

The two fleurs-de-lis denote service in France, World War I.

Two gold stars will be used to denote service as National Commander.

The anchor denotes naval service, and the wreath represents strength (oak) and victory (laurel).

The red lion in the Distinctive Unit Insignia denotes service in the War of 1812.