Motto...Crest...Medllion
Motto
"You lead from the front."
The Crest
The crest was designed by one of the original organizers of the club, Mr. Don Moore, Illustrator of Killeen, Texas. The crest depicts the symbols of the majestic American Bald Eagle superimposed over the olive branch-wreath, saber, and lighting bolt. In front of the eagle are the U.S. Army staff sergeant stripes. The eagle firmly clutches in both claws a powder-blue banner, the color of the infantry. On the banner are displayed words Loyalty, Caring, Discipline, and Professionalism.
S*A*M*C: Initials separated by three stars which represent the Be, Know, and Do for the NCO.
SSG Rank Insignia: Reflects Audie Murphy's highest enlisted rank.
The Eagle: Our national bird and symbol of freedom, the intent of the club to be nationwide.
The Laurel: Represents the individual achievement of the NCOs in the club.
The Lightning Bolt: Represents swift and decisive action taken by the NCO.
The Sword: A historical reference, a tool for the NCO to cut to the heart of the matter, to lead the charge.
The Streamers: Indicate upon which we base our philosophy-Loyalty, Discipline, Professionalism, and Caring.
The Medallion
When a soldier is inducted into the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club, he/she is given the medalion above which is approximately 2 inches in diamater. The medalion is suspended by a broad powder-blue ribbon representing the traditional color of the infantry. The medalion is worn around the neck on the outside of the Class A or Dress Blue uniform for official functions such as military balls or Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meetings. The image below is a drawing of the front view of the medalion. The actual medalion is silver in color.
