Shields of Strength Celebrates Settlement with DoD and Will Resume Producing Military "Dog Tags" with Bible Verses
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What the Department of Defense Did
In 2019, after a single complaint from an activist group, the Department of Defense ordered Shields of Strength to stop using Service Logos on Scripture-inscribed dog tag necklaces—despite the fact that the DOD had previously issued official trademark licenses authorizing Shields of Strength to use those logos.
How Shields of Strength Was Harmed
Before the DOD revoked Shields of Strength’s trademark license, the company had produced more than 4 million Scripture-inscribed dog tag necklaces for members of the Armed Forces—over 2 million of which were donated to military organizations. The DOD’s unlawful action caused significant damage to our business and reputation. More importantly, it harmed the very service members we have always sought to support. They were denied one of the most meaningful spiritual and motivational tools available to them—an item that has strengthened morale and resilience for more than two decades.
What the Court’s Ruling Establishes
Shields of Strength sued the Department of Defense for violating our First Amendment rights. In 2025, a settlement was reached agreeing to change the anti religious DOD policy and allow Shields of Strength to continue making dog tags with scriptures and military insignia.
SOS Has Resumed Full Production
Shields of Strength has now resumed manufacturing dog tag necklaces with Service Logos. Military units may once again request custom designs—combining their unit patch or insignia with the Bible verse of their choice.
Gratitude for Our Customers, Service Members, and Supporters
We remain deeply grateful to our loyal customers and the countless service members who have stood with us. Your support enabled us to expand our collections to include the nation’s largest line of Men’s Cross Necklaces, Women’s Jewelry, and specialty pieces for many professions—such as linemen, mechanics, pilots, fishermen, law enforcement officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses, EMTs, athletes, and fitness professionals.
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