47th Infantry Division Class A Patch

United States Army 47th Infantry Division Class A Patch

Criteria: This item is the full-color, class A patch for the 47th Infantry Division. The patch is a circle approximately 1 7/8" in diameter. The circular shape is symbolic of the shield of Thor, a Norse god of strength and victory. Together with the viking helmet it represents the heavily Scandinavian populations of Minnesota and North Dakota, two states where this unit has its origins. Also called shoulder sleeve insignia, this item is worn on the Army Service Green Uniform and is sold individually.