Private, Subd. Sleeve Set (Black on Green). Before 1968, a Private had "slick" sleeves meaning no insignia of rank was worn, and a Private First Class had a single stripe. PVT / E-1 / E-2 Learn More
Private 1st Class, Subd. Sleeve Set (Black on Green). 1968 and later, a Private has a single stripe and a Private First Class has the stripe with the rocker. PFC / E-3 Learn More