Archie Gates' uniform indicates that he is a Special Forces-qualified, Ranger-qualified member of the Combat Applications Group (C.A.G.), formerly known as the Special Forces Operational Detachment "D", but more commonly known as "Delta Force." He is referred to as having been "with Delta." He also wears on his uniform, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Master Parachutist badge, the Pathfinder badge, and the S.C.U.B.A. Diver qualification badge.