History of the Ordnance Corps

ORDNANCE CORPS REGIMENTAL CREST

The ordnance corps became part of the regimental system on 28 October 1985. On that date the ordnance corps regimental crest became the official symbol for the corps. The ordnance corps crest consist of crossed cannons, a flaming bomb, and a cannoneers belt. The crossed cannons are representative of the ordnance corps' early relationship with the artillery. The flaming bomb, also known as the shell and flame, represents the armament of days gone by, while the energy it cannotes symbolizes the weapons of our own day. The cannoneers belt, which encircles the flaming bomb and the crossed cannons, is embossed with the words ORDNANCE CORPS, USA." And represents the traditional association between munitions and armament. Soldiers who are affiliated with the ordnance corps wear an emblem with over 187 years of service to the U. S. ARMY.

THE ORDNANCE SOLDIER'S CREED As An Ordnance Soldier Of The United States Army I Will Utilize Every Available Talent And Means To Ensure That Superior mobility, Firepower, And Communications Are Advantages Enjoyed By The United States Army Over Its Enemies. As An Ordnance Soldier, I Fully Understand My Duty To Perform Under Adverse Conditions And I Will Continually Strive To Perfect My Craft. I Will Remain Flexible So That I Can Meet Any Emergency. In My Conduct I will Abide By The Soldier's Code: In My Support Mission, In The Field, I Will Use Every Available Skill To Maintain Superiority. I Will Always Be Tactically And Technically Proficient. As An Ordnance Soldier I Have No Greater Task.

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