Badges like ribbons and rank insignia show accomplishments and qualifications of the wearer. They can vary from professional identifiers to individual accomplishment levels. Early Space Force badges were inherited from the Air Force.
This is a compilation of the Badges presently awarded to the members of the Space Force.
US Space Force Song History
Every branch of the armed forces has an official song, from "The Army Goes Rolling Along" to "The Marines' Hymn." Each song is part of the services' foundation and represents its values, traditions and culture.
The U.S. Space Force, the newest military branch established in 2019, has officially adopted its own song titled "Semper Supra" that was unveiled during the 2022 Air & Space Forces Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, Sept. 20.
“Semper Supra" was named after the USSF motto, which is Latin for "Always Above." It was created to capture the esprit de corps of both current and future Guardians, and intends to bring together service members by giving them a sense of pride.
Two former service members collaborated to create the song, a process that took years of research and revisions to make sure the song was ready for release.
"The song was a long work in progress because I wanted it to encompass all the capabilities that the Space Force offers and its vision," said James Teachenor, a singer/songwriter who created the lyrics and melody; was the visionary composer and driving force of the song's creation.
Teachenor, a prior member of the U.S. Air Force band at the Air Force Academy, worked with Chief of Space Operations Gen. John "Jay" Raymond to begin the songwriting process when the Space Force was formed in 2019.
"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish a Space Force song that will be part of our culture and heritage for years to come," Raymond said. "Our traditions are part of the fabric that weave us all together as we execute our missions side-by-side; I will be proud to sing 'Semper Supra' alongside my fellow Guardians."
After creating a foundation for the song, Teachenor's project was sent to various military bands that could create a musical arrangement to give finishing touches and complete the song's sound; 12 musical submissions of the song were under review. Teachenor then collaborated with chief musician Sean Nelson, U.S. Coast Guard Band trombonist and staff arranger.
"I received the melody and words from James, and he wanted me to help add the harmony and to orchestrate it," said Nelson. "At first, it started with singing and the piano. I became familiar with the other branches' songs, but I wanted this one to have its own modern spin to reflect what the Space Force is - modern, new and very advanced."
Once Nelson added more than 30 instrument parts, the song's arrangement was played and recorded by the USCG band, then submitted to the Space Force for review. After many months of development, revisions and variations in coordination with the USCG band, the Space Force picked the final version of
"Semper Supra," to capture what it means to be a Guardian.
A recording of "Semper Supra" and behind-the-music video can be seen here
Messrs. Teachenor and Nelson generously gifted "Semper Supra" to the Department of the Air Force, along with the copyright in its lyrics and music. The Department of the Air Force is the exclusive owner of the copyright in and to "Semper Supra." It is available for licensing upon request to
SOURCE Space Force News Release
https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/3163735/space-force-reveals-official-song-semper-supra/All Rights Reserved MilitaryWives.com, Inc. http://www.militarywives.com
SEMPER SUPRA
The Official U.S. Space Force Song
We're the mighty watchful eye,
Guardians beyond the blue,
The invisible front line,
Warfighters brave and true.
Boldly reaching into space,
There's no limit to our sky.
Standing guard both night and day,
We're the Space Force from on high.
Words by James W. "Jamie" Teachenor, II.
Music by James W. "Jamie" Teachenor, II and Sean Nelson.
"Semper Supra" (c) 2022 United States Department of the Air Force. All rights Reserved"
US Space Force Song History
Every branch of the armed forces has an official song, from "The Army Goes Rolling Along" to "The Marines' Hymn." Each song is part of the services' foundation and represents its values, traditions and culture.
The U.S. Space Force, the newest military branch established in 2019, has officially adopted its own song titled "Semper Supra" that was unveiled during the 2022 Air & Space Forces Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, Sept. 20.
“Semper Supra" was named after the USSF motto, which is Latin for "Always Above." It was created to capture the esprit de corps of both current and future Guardians, and intends to bring together service members by giving them a sense of pride.
Two former service members collaborated to create the song, a process that took years of research and revisions to make sure the song was ready for release.
"The song was a long work in progress because I wanted it to encompass all the capabilities that the Space Force offers and its vision," said James Teachenor, a singer/songwriter who created the lyrics and melody; was the visionary composer and driving force of the song's creation.
Teachenor, a prior member of the U.S. Air Force band at the Air Force Academy, worked with Chief of Space Operations Gen. John "Jay" Raymond to begin the songwriting process when the Space Force was formed in 2019.
"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish a Space Force song that will be part of our culture and heritage for years to come," Raymond said. "Our traditions are part of the fabric that weave us all together as we execute our missions side-by-side; I will be proud to sing 'Semper Supra' alongside my fellow Guardians."
After creating a foundation for the song, Teachenor's project was sent to various military bands that could create a musical arrangement to give finishing touches and complete the song's sound; 12 musical submissions of the song were under review. Teachenor then collaborated with chief musician Sean Nelson, U.S. Coast Guard Band trombonist and staff arranger.
"I received the melody and words from James, and he wanted me to help add the harmony and to orchestrate it," said Nelson. "At first, it started with singing and the piano. I became familiar with the other branches' songs, but I wanted this one to have its own modern spin to reflect what the Space Force is - modern, new and very advanced."
Once Nelson added more than 30 instrument parts, the song's arrangement was played and recorded by the USCG band, then submitted to the Space Force for review. After many months of development, revisions and variations in coordination with the USCG band, the Space Force picked the final version of
"Semper Supra," to capture what it means to be a Guardian.
A recording of "Semper Supra" and behind-the-music video can be seen here
Messrs. Teachenor and Nelson generously gifted "Semper Supra" to the Department of the Air Force, along with the copyright in its lyrics and music. The Department of the Air Force is the exclusive owner of the copyright in and to "Semper Supra." It is available for licensing upon request to
SOURCE Space Force News Release
https://www.spaceforce.mil/News/Article/3163735/space-force-reveals-official-song-semper-supra/
Description
On a dark blue disc, between two constellations in white, a light blue globe grid-lined in silver surmounted by a silver delta both encircled diagonally by a white orbit ring, all beneath a white Northern star in the upper left portion of the disc and above the roman numerals “MMXIX” arching in white below. Encircling the disc is a dark blue designation band edged with an inner and outer border and between two deltas, the inscription “UNITED STATES SPACE FORCE” at top and “DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE” at bottom, all in white.
Symbolism
Dark blue and white combine to represent the vast recesses of outer space. The Delta Wing evokes historic ties to the earliest days of the U.S. Air Force space community, and symbolizes change and innovation. It also represents all variations of space vehicles that support our National Defense Strategy and National Security Space Strategy. Dark and light shades of grey within the delta embody the 24/7 operations of the Space Force, while the placement and upward orientation of the delta reveals the central role of the Space Force in defending the space domain. The Globe represents the terrestrial home of the U.S. Space Force and it’s support to the joint warfighters. The Elliptical Orbit [around the globe] signifies defense and protection from all adversaries and threats emanating from the space domain. It also represents ongoing interagency cooperation and allied partnerships. The white Polaris symbolizes the guiding light of security and alludes to a constant presence and vigilance in space now and in the future. Two clusters of small stars represent the space assets developed, maintained, and operated by the U.S. Space Force. The three larger stars symbolize the Organize, Train, and Equip functions of the Space Force.
The designed blazoned in full color on a circular dark blue background with the Roman numerals MMXIX (2019) representing the year of activation. The designation band inscribed “UNITED STATES SPACE FORCE” above and “DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE” below, all in white.
Background and Information
Approval of the seal design was made by the President of the United States on 15 January 2020.