Description
82nd Airborne Division MOS Patch – 2.50" x 4.50" Embroidered Patch with Iron-On Backing
Superior Materials: Made with premium polyester thread and durable twill fabric, ensuring long-lasting color and strength.
Advanced Embroidery Technology: Crafted using the most advanced embroidery machinery, guaranteeing intricate detail, sharp lines, and consistent quality every time.
Easy Iron-On Application: Features a heat-activated adhesive backing for quick, no-sew attachment. Simply position, iron, and press for a secure bond.
Durable and Washable: Built to withstand field conditions, daily wear, and repeated washing without fading.
Versatile Use: Ideal for uniforms, jackets, packs, or gear with room for horizontal display.
Formations & Origins
The 82nd Airborne Division is one of the most legendary units in U.S. military history, earning its reputation as the “All American Division” during World War I. This specialty MOS patch represents the broad range of Military Occupational Specialties within the 82nd—from infantry and artillery to communications, medics, and beyond.
Notable Commanders
Figures like General James Gavin and General Matthew Ridgway are etched into the division’s legacy, having led the 82nd through daring airborne assaults and strategic campaigns in Europe and beyond.
Major Campaigns/Operations
Troopers bearing this MOS patch have deployed in nearly every major American conflict of the last century, including WWII (Normandy, Holland), Operation Power Pack (Dominican Republic), Operation Urgent Fury (Grenada), Operation Just Cause (Panama), Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
Specialized Role/Equipment
This patch symbolizes the diversity of skills under the 82nd banner—whether it’s rucking long miles as a rifleman, coordinating air drops as a signal specialist, or saving lives as a combat medic. The 82nd's integrated MOS structure allows it to deploy rapidly as a self-sufficient airborne force.
Acts of Heroism
From storming German defenses on D-Day to rescuing civilians in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, the 82nd’s MOS soldiers have repeatedly demonstrated unmatched courage and capability across roles and missions.
Legacy & Notable Achievements
Known for its motto “All The Way,” the 82nd continues to be the U.S. Army’s premier immediate response force. This patch honors the many job specialties that keep the division mission-ready, airborne-qualified, and always prepared to deploy within 18 hours.
Search-friendly terms: 82nd ABN MOS Patch, All American Division, Airborne MOS Identifier, Paratrooper Job Patch.