Morale patch

[1][2][3] They can be used as identification with a particular unit, such as a division or brigade, and are designed to build an esprit de corps with military personnel.

[citation needed] Morale patches are a part of military history and have cultural significance for soldiers[4] and law enforcement personnel.

[citation needed] The 81st Division Wildcats of the U.S. Army created the first American morale patch during World War I.

[5] On August 31, 2020, a lawsuit was filed against 281 defendants for the use of the words "morale patch" as case number 20cv04776 in the Northern District of Illinois court.

Morale Patch Armory LLC is owned by Julio Medina, who is an Air Force veteran.