Description

Force Protection Detachment Colombia Coin

The Force Protection Detachment Colombia Coin Challenge Coin is a 1.75-inch antique bronze designed for the U.S. Embassy Bogota Colombia Protection team. Force Protection Detachment teams are traditionally composed of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI), Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), and Army Military Intelligence (MI).

• Metal Composition: Crafted from a high-quality antique bronze alloy, providing a durable and historically evocative finish.
• Diameter: Measures 1.75 inches (approximately 44.45 mm) in diameter, a standard size for challenge coins.
• Design Significance: The coin commemorates the vital security and protection efforts of the Force Protection Detachment stationed at the U.S. Embassy in Bogota, Colombia.
• Team Composition Recognition: Represents the collaborative efforts of specialized units including the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI), Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), and Army Military Intelligence (MI).
• Purpose: Primarily intended as a symbol of unit pride, camaraderie, and recognition for members of the Force Protection Detachment and those who support their mission.