Military tattoos are based on designs that represent the armed forces. What comes immediately in mind is the national flag. Although it is an all-time favorite tattoo design, apart from the flag, there are many other designs that can symbolize your love for your country. These tattoos are often made as a memorial to one's military service or to keep alive the military spirit even after the end of the service. Military tattoos symbolize patriotism, nationalism, and national fervor. As they have great symbolic meanings, they are made by soldiers and civilians alike. The history of military tattoos is quite colorful. There have been a few references which indicate that the English soldiers colored their bodies in some form of color during Julius Caesar's reign. In more recent years, tattoos were made by soldiers who served in the First or the Second World War. Tattoos commemorating past deployments are popular among soldiers and veterans. However, the army often has strict policies about personal appearances, and the rules and regulations vary from one nation to the other. All the divisions of the armed forces, like the army, the navy and the air force have their own symbols, that can be used as an inspiration for a tattoo design. Some of the popular symbols include the national flag, bald eagle, nautical star, anchor, fighter plane, dog tags, sailor ship, etc. Secondly, you can go for designs that symbolize bravery and courage like lion, sword, etc. Apart from the aforementioned ones, making tattoos with names of dear ones who lost their lives serving for the nation, is a popular idea. Memorial tattoos also contain verses, texts, quotes, dates, or a symbolic picture of the event. Taking about texts and verses, there are many inspirational quotes that talk about life in the military. These tattoos also speak of bravery, courage, and team spirit. Here are some short quotes for military tattoos: Veni, Vidi, Vici (I came, I saw, I conquered) ― Julius Caesar I fight where I am told, and I win where I fight. ― General George S. Patton I am a soldier, I fight where I am told, and I win where I fight. ― Douglas MacArthur No guts, no glory. ― Major Gen. Frederick C. Blesse In war there is no substitute for victory. ― General Douglas MacArthur Military tattoos are sported by active as well as ex-servicemen. One of the ways of keeping alive a memory of active participation and sacrifices made during a war is by having a tattoo. Lastly, note that even if you are not into military service, you can definitely go for these tattoos to portray your love and pride for your country.