The Crab

Question 1

When was the badge first created?

Answer 1

1950s

Question 2

How many levels of the badge are there and what are the levels?

Answer 2

1. Basic EOD
2. Senior EOD
3. Master EOD

Question 3

What is so unique about the EOD pin?

Answer 3

only authorized pin for all three branches of service in military

Question 4

What does the wreath represent?

Answer 4

In memory of EOD who gave their lives while performing duties

Question 5

The Bomb represents?

Answer 5

copied from WW2 bomb disposal badge. represents historic and major objective of EOD attack, the un-exploded bomb.

Question 6

What are the three fins on the bomb signify?

Answer 6

nuclear, conventional, and chemical/biological

Question 7

What do the lightening bolts symbolize?

Answer 7

the potential destructive power of the bomb and the courage of EOD personel

Question 8

The Sheilds represents what?

Answer 8

the EOD mission - to prevent a detonation and protect the surrounding area and property to the utmost