One could tell branch and rank insignia by the the gold stripes on the collars, trousers, rank straps, cap device, etc. In 1869 the various cap devices for the line officers and branches was replaced by a small eagle atop a large U.S. shield with over crossed anchor, later the eagle was increased in size remained almost the same except in the early 1940s the eagle changed with looking to the opposite direction.
Topics: Line Officers, Medical Department, Paymaster Department, U.S.Navy, United States Navy, Chaplains,...
Rank marks and insignia of commissioned and warrant officers and enlisted personnel of the United States Coast Guard.
Topics: United States Coast Guard, U.S.C.G. Rank Marks, U.S.C.G. Insignia, Admiral, Vice Admiral, Rear...
