Every Soldier has a challenge coin story. What's yours? #Nostalgia | #Army250 | #ThrowbackThursday Challenge coins are an American military tradition for a century, meant to instill unit pride, improve esprit de corps and reward hard work and excellence. Although there are arguments among historians on how challenge coins began, they are now a permanent tradition in Army history. Graphic by AMVID
The old Fort Benning post commander watched us have the most grueling PT session he had seen in a long time and called me over to talk to him. I was worried he was going to get mad at me for how hard our training was, but he gave me a coin and an AAM, and sent an email to my battalion commander. I appreciated that he was willing to take the time to acknowledge our little S-3 workout session.
Insightful, thank you
During my time serving with the USAF Security Forces, I had the privilege of providing security for the President, Air Force One, and Marine One. I collaborated with some of the most skilled servicemen and women that the U.S. military has to offer, and I received some excellent coins.
Well said
General Petreas - ISAF Coin
Received this one after completing post mortem x-rays in Landstuhl. I was able to help assist in switching to post mortem CT scans. It gave better images and was less traumatic for the soldiers and airman.
J’accepte
I am a civilian and I just do my job as well as I can. You can't imagine the power of this little piece of metal. I’m so proud to have received it.