SWAT Logo PNG
SWAT is a well-trained unit designed to deal with complex and risky tasks. It has the best equipment, the best training, and the best weapons. To become a member, it is necessary to serve at least 10 years as a police officer and to undergo a selection and training course with the study of various combat techniques. Much attention is paid to shooting, although weapons are rarely used in SWAT. Given the completely successful operations, which were carried out without losses among the special forces, similar special police units began to be formed throughout the country. The names of these units may differ not only in a separate state but also in a separate district. Their goals, though, are the same.
Meaning and History
The idea to create “Special Forces of the City of Angels” arose after a series of bank robberies in the 1960s in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Constant robberies added a lot of problems for the local police since the shootings usually ended badly for the representatives of the law. Therefore, the LA city decided to create a special squad of 100 officers who would be trained specifically to confront bank robbers. These officers became the prototype of the future Special Weapons and Tactics unit. In the 1960s, Daryl Gates was one of those who created SWAT in the Los Angeles police station. To this day, LA fighters are recognized as the first and original unit of the special service in the USA.
What is SWAT?
SWAT is a special forces unit of law enforcement whose members are recruited, selected, trained, equipped, and assigned to deal with critical incidents. Such cases involve threats to public safety that exceed the capabilities of traditional law enforcement units.
1964 – Today
The black, round logo of the SWAT features elements that convey strength, authority, and tactical proficiency. In the center, there is a national symbol – an eagle with its wings raised upwards. Underneath, it has the abbreviated name on a gray banner. Running across the bottom half of the logo, there is a yellow lightning bolt, which symbolizes the response speed of the SWAT teams. The full name is added around the bottom of the emblem, while the location arches across the top. Different police departments or tactical units may have their own unique designs, but these elements are common across many SWAT logos.
Font and Color
The black matches the dress code of the teams and creates a serious and professional impression. There is also a bright yellow, which adds energy and creates a contrast to enhance visibility. The light gray in the logo serves as a neutral color.
The logo uses a bold, clean font and all caps to reflect the strength and toughness of the SWAT. The font resembles the Sign Department JNL font by Jeff Levine.
