Patches/Shoulder Cords

Patches should be worn on all uniforms. (Exclusive of the PT gear uniforms)

1. The blue shirt should have only the white lamp of knowledge patch the left shoulder.

2. The formal jacket should also have both a LHS unit patch and a white lamp of knowledge patch, the LHS patch should go on the right shoulder, and the white lamp of knowledge patch should go on the left shoulder.

3. The lightweight blue jacket should have only the white lamp of knowledge patch on the left shoulder.

4. The OCP jacket should have one velcro white lamp of knowledge patch on the right shoulder, and a velcro unit patch on the left shoulder, bellow and American Flag patch (full color) that is lined up with the top of the velcro pocket.

5. The ABUs should have both patches on the either of the two middle pockets on the ABU top. The LHS unit patch should go on the right pocket, and the white lamp of knowledge should go on the left pocket.

Staff cords are worn to show someone place on the staff chart within the unit. Also, if a cadet receives a cadet of the month award, they receive a cord for that, which they can wear in place of their staff cord.

Effective Immediately as of 3/18/2022: Cadets may no longer wear one cord on their right shoulder. Wearing a staff position cord on the left shoulder and a cadet of the month cord on the right shoulder is no longer authorized.

There are various color and styles of shoulder cords. If you wish to receive one for your staff position, or LDR team position, please talk with your cadet leadership!