The United States Military Academy at West Point is the highest ranked military school in the United States.

The badges of the United States Army are categorized into marksmanship, combat and special skill, identification and foreign. These categories can also be divided into different groups. Some badges are Special Forces Tab or Drill Sergeant Identification Badge.

Military badges are awarded by armed forces and are worn on military uniforms. Not only do badges serve as identifications for military personnel, but military badges also show rating, accomplishment in different career fields, and qualification. The badges are intended to be worn a certain way.

"Not self, but country" is the unofficial motto of the United States Navy.