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Originally Posted by Bennett
Stras, as you well know, we became a branch for the enlisted in 1984 and officrs in 1986. Weall had flash color prior to that. After 1984 SF stndardized the colors so that 1/10 had to go to the 10th Grou color and 5th had to get the VN colors out. I arrived in Tolz just after the change, but like you still have my 1/10 colors. The wings background changed in the 90s as each group was allowed to mak it more group specific.
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As stated, we did become a branch in 1984. Each SF Bn. was tasked with sending a representative from each MOS to the CMF 18 Series conference at SWC in early Dec. 1983. I represented 2/20 as an 11B4S/11C4S. We discussed how to revamp/update the Q Course, extended Phase 2, added infantry tactics, etc. as recommendations. We also discussed the uniform changes on the side. The FSSF crossed arrows as BOS was a no brainer. Big split, however on "qualification badge." Some wanted tabs, others, wings. The "prototype wing" design shown on the link was popular. Regular jump wings with FS dagger and arrows superimposed. Another was same with upswept style wings kind of similar to Army aviation wings. The tab design was thought to be a no brainer. Black tab, gold lettering, like the airborne tab. You could buy these on Yadkin Road, Hay St. and Bragg Blvd. So I was surprised to see the final tab design. I don't recall it ever even coming up.