Blue Cord Safety LLC has at its foundation, the fundamental building blocks common to Infantrymen. The Blue Cord is worn by US Army Infantry Officers, Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) and Infantrymen of all types.
The checkered board represents the age old struggle of Good versus Evil. On another level, the checked board reflects the integration of white and black operations. This is a chess board and not a checker board.
The motto of In Omnia Paratus is taken from the 18th Infantry Regiment. I served with the 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry during DESERT SHIELD / DESERT STORM under the command of Colonel Bill Chamberlain. The lessons learned as an Infantry Company Commander in combat remain deeply embedded. The relationships and bonds developed in combat never really end.