United States Marine Corps Corporal Rank Insignia Patch E4 , Size 1 Desert Tan Subdued

A Corporal in the Marine Corps is a junior noncommissioned officer, and is equivalent in rank to the Army's junior NCO ranks of Corporal and Specialist. Corporals usually command small contingents of Marines in combat and operations, including four-man fireteams (which may also be lead by a Lance Corporal) or eight-man squads comprising of two fireteams.

The Marine Corps specializes in small-unit operations, and as a result Corporals hold a significant amount of authority and resposibility in contrast to the lighter duties of Lance Corporals and Privates. Because of the responsibilities delegated to squad and fireteam leaders, promotion to Corporal is seen as a very significant accomplishment for an enlisted Marine.

Promotion to Corporal is awarded on a rolling basis to experienced soldiers who achieve a qualifying composite or cutting score in a variety of assessments.

Corporal is the 4th rank in the United States Marine Corps , ranking above Lance Corporal and directly below Sergeant.

Original Fabric Insignia patch with Khaki or Desert Tan backing and olive embroidery. Full Size / Size 1 / Men's Size.