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US Army Inspector General Branch

Branch Insignia
Branch Insignia

  • Description: A sword and fasces 3/4 inch in height, crossed and wreathed in gold color metal with the inscription "DROIT ET AVANT" (Right and Forward) in blue enamel on the upper part of the wreath. On 26 February 1890, the Inspector General's insignia was approved by the Secretary of War. It consists of a crossed sword and fasces, with wreath. The fasces, composed of an axe in a bundle of rods, was a symbol of authority of Roman magistrates.


Branch Plaque
Branch Plaque

  • Description: The plaque design has the Inspector General insignia, letters, and rim in gold. The motto lettering and background are dark blue.