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Shield-shaped badges marked, National Park Service and US Depart of Interior. One marked Fire Guard and 179. Two marked Fire Control Aid.

Fire Guard Badge

1932 – 1946

The Fire Guard badge was introduced in 1932. Until that time, fire guards wore the standard ranger badge when needed.

Bronze. L 4.5, W 3.8, T 0.7 cm
NPS History Collection, HFCA 249


Fire Control Aid Badge

1946 – 1978

Fire guards became fire aids in 1946. Fire badges were discontinued in 1978.

Bronze. L 4.5, W 4, T 0.6 cm
NPS History Collection, HFCA 1960


Fire Control Supervisor Badge

1946 – 1978

Regulations do not mention this badge, but many examples have been found to date.

Silver-plated bronze. L 4.5, W 3.8, T 0.7 cm
NPS History Collection, HFCA 250