Rank Insignia Patches

Fire Rank Insignia Patches


THE SIGNIFICANCE OF RANK INSIGNIA PATCHES: A STICK ABOVE

Let's talk about the fabric of honor - rank insignia patches. They are not just accessories; they are a silent yet profound way of shouting one’s achievements from the rooftops. These small pieces of embroidered art are steeped in significance, each color, each line, each symbol telling a tale of rank, accomplishment, and hierarchy. So, why are custom rank insignia patches so crucial, and what makes them a staple in uniforms across various sectors?

A black patch with a picture of a hand holding a trumpet in a circle.


A Symbol of Achievement


Imagine walking into a room and your eye catches a crisp uniform, the chest adorned with patches that demand respect. That’s the power of a rank insignia patch. It’s an immediate identifier of one’s position and a testament to their dedication and skill. Whether it’s for military personnel, firefighters, police officers, or corporate ranks, these patches serve as a visual resume of service and distinction.

A red circle with two gold bells embroidered on it
A red badge with a gold star on it
A red circle with the letter i on it
A red circle with two bells on it

Fire Rank Insignia Patches 

Made in USA rank insignia and scramble patches. We have a 60 pieces minimum order and you can combine as many of the styles above to meet the minimum. Please specify color combinations. 

60 pcs. @ $2.00 ea.  - $120    
100 pcs. @ $1.75 ea. - $175  
250 pcs. @ $1.50 ea. - $500 
500 pcs. @ $1.25 ea. - $625
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Fire Department Rank Insignia History

Some terminology and the rank structure in the fire service is generally accepted as something that came from the Civil War. Prior to the Civil War, U. S. fire departments were often run something like a business. Many early fire brigades were private organizations who were paid by insurance companies. There were chiefs, bosses, leaders and foremen and such. During the Civil War entire fire departments joined up as a unit. They became units like Infantry “Companies” etc...

The leaders were given rank and that rank or title survived the war. After the war some men were known as “Captain” for the rest of their lives and when they were replaced, the department got a new “Captain” for that company. There were also other influences on the rank structure of fire departments. Credit for the first "professional" fire brigade is given to Napoleon Bonaparte. As French emperor, he ordered that a division of the French army known as Sapeurs-Pompiers be used to protect Paris with 30 powerful manual fire pumps by 1800. We can presume that this organization had ranks. In fact many military words, such as those for rank, come directly from Old French. (i.e. "Lieutenant" & "Captain") 

The very first, recorded, full time, fire brigade was in first or second century Rome. This consisted of approximately 7000 "Vigiles". The rank insignia for the fire service is a combination of traditional fire service icons and the common military symbol for such a rank. For many ranks you might see either insignia or both. A captain may have one type on his collar and another on his helmet. 

This excerpt from www.riotacts.com/fire/reporters.html

By Capt. Mica Calfee - Used by permission 
www.fireserviceinfo.com
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