| Military:
Why is this tradition important?
Custom
Challenge Coins
- Preserving Unity & Team Spirit
Since World War I, challenge coins
have been upheld as treasured symbols
of an unbreakable bond. For almost
100 years, challenge coins have served
to remind groups, teams and units
of their common goals, dedication
and allegiance. Today, custom challenge
coins continue to do the same for
your group.
The
History of Challenge Coins
In World War I, a wealthy lieutenant
had custom challenge coins minted
for all those in his unit as a symbol
of loyalty. Narrowly escaping the
Germans, one pilot in this unit produced
his challenge coin to French soldiers
and had his life spared. That inspired
the others in this pilot's unit to
always carry their challenge coins.
The
Meaning of Challenge Coins
Today, custom challenge coins can
still represent a tight bond between
members of military units however,
their popularity has spread to other
teams and clubs. Recognizing that
challenge coins build team spirit,
preserve unity and encourage stronger
ties; many other organizations have
begun issuing custom challenge coins
to bolster these traits. |
