The Combat Parachutist Badge (1st Award), often referred to as the Basic Parachutist Badge with a Combat Jump Device, is awarded to military personnel who have participated in at least one combat parachute jump. This badge recognizes the service member's airborne capability and their participation in an airborne assault into a combat zone.
Description:
- Basic Parachutist Badge: The badge itself is a silver wings insignia featuring an open parachute flanked by a pair of stylized wings.
- Combat Jump Device: A bronze star is affixed to the center of the parachute to signify the first combat jump. Each additional combat jump would be represented by an additional star.