Badges of the Danish Military

[1] There is no limit to the number worn and there is no designated order for the badges.

[2] The badges were first created by the Danish Brigade in Exile,[3] in order to show proficiency.

[4] It did however not see official and wide use until the 1950s, when standardized versions were introduced.

They are sown onto the uniform with a small circular piece of felt backing: The army has different colors depending on the service branch:[1] White White Similar in design to British and American tabs, they are worn on the right shoulder, on either service dress, barracks dress or combat uniform.

[17] The parachutist badge is worn above the right breast pocket on the service dress or barracks dress, with the ability to wear a foreign brevet, on the pocket flap.