U.S. Army Staff Sergeant (E-6) Insignia - Official Rank Patch #3060 (License: Personal Use)

The insignia features three upward-pointing gold chevrons stacked vertically above a five-pointed gold star, all set against a black shield-shaped background. It denotes the pay grade E-6 and is worn on the left and right sleeves of the Army Service Uniform (ASU) and Army Combat Uniform (ACU). The design reflects the non-commissioned officer’s leadership role as a senior enlisted advisor and squad leader.

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