Combat Action Badge Army CAB 1st Award Sew-On OCP Patch

The Combat Action Badge (CAB) 1st Award Sew-On OCP Patch is crafted to meet official U.S. Army specifications, ensuring your uniform reflects your service and achievements with the honor they deserve. Built for the current Army Combat Uniform (ACU), this patch seamlessly integrates with the Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP).

• Official U.S. Army specifications for ACU wear
• Sew-on design for permanent, regulation-compliant attachment
• 3-color OCP pattern for authentic camouflage match
• Made in the USA with superior attention to detail

The CAB 1st Award is a symbol of your direct engagement with the enemy—a distinction few wear. This high-quality sew-on badge ensures your uniform reflects your dedication, sacrifice, and combat readiness. Whether you’re active duty, retired, or maintaining a dress uniform, this patch honors your service with authenticity and precision.

Why does my OCP patch or name tape look lighter than previous issued patches and name tapes?

In an effort to standardize insignia across the Army, Air Force, and Space Force, The Institute of Heraldry collaborated with PEO-S to transition each branches insignia. The OCP rank insignia, badges, name, and service tapes are now a lighter, three-color background pattern instead of the previous seven-color pattern. This modification aims to enhance readability and facilitate easier recognition of ranks, addressing the challenge posed by the previous seven-color background. By simplifying these features without compromising the overall functionality of the uniform, the transition seeks to improve situational awareness in day-to-day interactions for military personnel.