In the male Enlisted Army Blue Service uniform, how is the center line of the branch insignia oriented?

• A. Parallel to the inside edge of the lapel.
• B. Perpendicular to the inner lapel edge.
• C. Parallel to the seam.
• D. Across the collar.

Answer: (A)

On the male Enlisted Army Blue Service uniform, the center line of the branch insignia should run parallel to the inside edge of the lapel. This keeps the insignia aligned with the collar’s natural line, creating a clean, symmetrical look across the uniform. If the insignia were perpendicular to the inner edge, parallel to the seam, or stretched across the collar, it would look rotated or misaligned and disrupt the uniform’s orderly appearance. This orientation is the standard way to maintain consistency and neatness in wear.