HQ MARCOM Challenge Coins
Custom Coins For Members Of NATO
The Allied Maritime Command Headquarters, HQ MARCOM, of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is located in Northwood, United Kingdom. The mission of HQ MARCOM is to act as the central command for NATO maritime forces all over the globe. Just as its land and air counterparts, HQ MARCOM reports directly to the Allied Command Operations.
The military and civilian forces of NATO strive to uphold peace and maintain order between the nations of the world through diplomacy. The organization is both a military and political force with preeminent value on collective security of NATO members. NATO challenge coins personify the values of unity, courage, and innovation that are central to every mission within the organization.
HQ MARCOM challenge coins are awarded to sailors by their commanding officers as a mark of distinction among the ranks. They represent a sailor's unmatched bravery, integrity, and dedication to their team and their mission. By including artwork reminiscent of NATO’s achievements, of individual team histories, and of personal accomplishments, HQ MARCOM challenge coins gain an emotional value for sailors and civilian employees. They are kept close at all times and shown off with a sense of pride and fulfillment.
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Challenge Coins Are A Piece Of MARCOM History
In recent years, NATO has undergone a restructuring effort condensing Allied command institutions and adding much-needed flexibility, versatility, and readily deployable forces throughout the entire organization. In 2012, the Allied Maritime Command Headquarters took over the combined responsibilities of the previous two NATO maritime commands. However, the NATO presence at the United Kingdom Northwood Base stretches as far back as the 1950s.
Today, MARCOM leads 4 separate maritime groups:
- Standing NATO Maritime Group 1
- Standing NATO Maritime Group 2
- Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group 1
- Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group 2
These standing Maritime groups are multinational and integrated forces, constructed by vessels of allied countries. Together, they perform an assortment of missions including deterrent presence, situational awareness, and exercise tasks. They are capable of fast deployment in both peacetime and crisis to help with humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and combat assistance.
Custom HQ MARCOM challenge coins are designed for any sub-department of the organization and used to boost team morale and build camaraderie among the ranks. Custom artwork alludes to the unique emblems of the submarine, shipping, and maritime air command aspects of the organization as well as the logos, colors, and missions of other NATO groups under the Allied Maritime Command.
Each member of HQ MARCOM is joining a long heritage of committed service men and women who have put their hearts and soles into the promotion of peace and spread of professional integrity. Every squad, unit, and team has a rich and illustrious history that can be perfectly captured by HQ MARCOM challenge coins. Use them to induct newly assigned members or commemorate the service of those retiring, transferring, or being promoted. HQ MARCOM challenge coins are a piece of team history minted into metal. They are carried as reminders of fellow service members and the successes earned together.
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Challenge Coin Examples
Custom Challenge Coin History
What Are They, And How Do They Work?
Challenge coins have been used in military organizations for hundreds of years. It is believed that in ancient Rome, Legion soldiers would be awarded an extra coin in addition to their weeks pay when a commander thought they displayed tremendous courage in battle. The bonus coins were said to have been minted with symbols of the Legion and soldiers would most often keep the extra coins instead of spending them. They were carried as a symbol of their personal merit and achievement. Soldiers who earned one of the legion coins would display them as a mark of honor among their peers.
In more recent years, challenge coins have been commissioned by commanders and officers within military organizations for almost the same purpose. Adding custom designs to the coins that allude to team history, individual team members, or unique emblems make custom challenge coins special.
In an organization like HQ MARCOM, sailors can become jaded if they lose sight of their purpose and influence. Among the thousands of soldiers, it is hard to feel personal worth. Custom HQ MARCOM challenge coins remind sailors and civilian employees of their value within the enormous scope of the organization by instilling a sense of spirit and purpose in their team. Just as the Roman soldiers of the past, members of NATO today hold up their custom challenge coins with honor and carry them as a token of purpose and meaning.
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Signature Coins
HQ MARCOM Challenge Coins Made Easy
Signature Coins has been crafting unique challenge coins for over 15 years. We take particular care in constructing military and NATO challenge coins. We have earned an understanding and high regard for the sacrifice and dedication required to serve the nations of the world as a soldier for freedom. We ensure that each of our coins does justice in representing their efforts by using the finest materials and creating meaningful artwork.
We have a simple 3 step ordering process made to keep your experience easy and fun! Get started by following the steps below:
- First, take a moment to fill out one of our order forms. We will get started on your free quote and a free proof of artwork as soon as we get some information on your desired design and coin quantity. Our team should have them both ready for you within 24 to 48 hours.
- Second, take some time to look over what we have created and let us know what you think! We offer free unlimited revisions and are happy to make any additions or alterations that you require.
- Third, finalize your order! We will provide tracking numbers and updates throughout the production timeline.
If you have any question or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us. We are glad to help in any way that we can! Thank you for choosing Signature Coins as your partner in creating custom HQ MARCOM challenge coins! We are excited to get started!