U.S. Army Military Police wear the MP Emblem. It "is the symbol of code enforcement management vested in Military Police and is worn isolated in the performance of regulation enforcement duties," according to Army Decree 670-1 (AR 670-1), "Wear and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia."
How Worn
Shield
The shield stands for the impact of defence and the control of police, according to the Maneuver Support Center.Eagle
The eagle is situated atop the shield and is meant to signify vigilance, according to the Maneuver Support Center.The Emblem is worn on the left side, according to AR 670-1.
Appearance
The Emblem is silver-plated with an oxidized satin Stop and has three conspicuous features: a shield, an eagle and an armament crest, according to the website of the Manoeuvre Support Center at Fort Leonard Wood.Armament Crest
The Armament Crest is in the middle of the badge. It "replicates the crest of the official Department of Army seal," according to the Maneuver Support Center.
