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Post WW2 U.S. Squadron Patches: Naval Aviation, Ship Patches, Submarine Patches, Helicopter Unit Patches, U.S. Air Force Patches, Marine Aviation Patches, Marine Unit Patches & Selected Foreign Squadron Patches, etc., as available. |
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Note: As the post WW2 US military quickly grew, many different patches suddenly
appeared, creating “Officially Authorized Patches,” “Unofficially
Authorized Patches,” “Unofficial Patches,” “Unauthorized
Patches,” “Fantasy Patches,” as well as, reproductions of rare and
exotic patches, all to satisfy the military, as well as, the never ending
need of the collector. In
some cases, its reasonable to assume, that existing stocks of WW2 period
produced patches were used until exhausted, making it difficult to
determine exactly when a particular post WW2 merrowed edge patch had its
début. Generally speaking, patches containing the “New Army Green
Color,” do not appear before 1957; the merrowed edge patch started to
appear in 1968. In 1970, “subdued” unit and rank insignia was
officially worn on field and combat uniforms; although some “subdued”
shoulder insignia was actually worn before that date. Some of the patches
actually used today, appear the same as WW2 patches except for the
material content, (not 100% cotton), backing material and the addition of
the merrowed edge. Many of the post WW2 patches we offer are one of a kind
from collections we have purchased; some are factory samples, factory
closeouts or overruns; some are the patches we normally sell to local
units in our store and some were actually from the specific unit. When possible, we will
include background and historical information about a particular patch, however, some patches
will remain a mystery as they defy any attempts of research. |
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| 27th Fighter Squadron | |
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4PWSQ-52. 3-1/2-inch diameter yellow/gold patch with lower banner. The multi-colored embroidered central design depicts a flying eagle. The unit has its origins in the 21st Aero Squadron of WW1, giving the unit the distinction of being the oldest Fighter Squadron in the Air Force. In the early stages of WW2, the squadron participated in anti-submarine duty in the Pacific Theatre of Operation, as well as, air defense operations out of Reykjavik, Iceland in the Atlantic; later in the war the 27th flew Lockheed P-38 Lightning’s in the European and Mediterranean Theaters of Operation. From the end of WW2 the unit made several station and mission changes, as well as, many changes and upgrades of aircraft. The 27th Fighter Squadron deployed in support of Operation Desert Storm. The Unit is presently located at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, flying the F-15 Eagle. The patch has a Velcro backing. Unused. Excellent. $6.00 SOLD |
| Atkron-196 – Attack Fighter Squadron | |
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4PWSQ-53. 4-1/2-inch diameter fully embroidered patch with lower tab. Central design depicts the outline of a devil’s head, superimposed on a black “spade.” A large and impressive looking patch. Unused. Excellent. $8.00 SOLD |
| VAQ-129 – Tactical Electronic Attack Squadron | |
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4PWSQ-54. 3-1/2-inch diameter fully embroidered patch with lower tab, depicting a sword, lightning bolt and orbit symbol. In 1970 the unit was re-designated from Heavy Attack Squadron 10 with a mission of training US Navy and Marine personnel in electronic warfare. Unused. Excellent. $6.00 |
| USS Ranger – CV-61 – Aircraft Carrier | |
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4PWSQ-55. The USS Ranger was launched 29 September 1956 and was commissioned at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard 10 August 1957. The Ranger joined the Atlantic Fleet 3 October 1957 and then joined the Pacific Fleet 20 August 1958. The Ranger steamed to the South China Sea 1 May 1963 to support possible Laotian operations. From 11 August 1961 through 8 March 1962. The Ranger deployed to the Far East for intensive training in preparation for operations in the waters of Southeast Asia. The Ranger sailed for the Far East on 6 August 1964, on the heels of the unprovoked assault against the Maddox, (DD-731). On the night of 2 August 1964 and two nights later, both Maddox and Turner Joy, (DD-951), were assaulted by North Vietnamese motor torpedo boats. The Ranger continued air strikes on enemy inland targets until 13 April when a broken fuel line ignited and engulfed the Number 1 main machinery room; the fire was extinguished in little over an hour; here was one fatality. While with Carrier Air Wing 14, the Ranger received the Navy Unit Commendation for exceptionally meritorious service during combat operations in Southeast Asia from 10 January to 6 August 1966. December 1967, Ranger commenced a period of sustained combat operations against North Vietnam and during the next 5 months her planes hit a wide range of targets, which include; ferries, bridges, airfields, military installations, truck parks, railways, anti-aircraft emplacements, and SAM missile sites. The Ranger returned to Alameda, California in August of 1973. On 28 May 1976, helicopters crews from HS-4 aboard Ranger, assisted in Philippine disaster relief efforts in flood-ravaged areas of Central Luzon. The Ranger, as well as other U.S. and Philippine military units evacuated over 1,900 people and delivered over 370,000 pounds of relief supplies and 9,340 gallons of fuel. On 12 July 1976, the Ranger and her escort ships entered the Indian Ocean and operated off the coast of Kenya in response to a threat of military action in Kenya by Ugandan forces. The Ranger participated in Operation Desert Storm and the liberation of Kuwait; and launched 228 sorties in the Persian Gulf, as well as flying patrol missions in support of the United Nations declared, “No Fly,” zone in southern Iraq in Operation Southern Watch. The Ranger was decommissioned on 10 July 1993, and is at the Naval Inactive Ship Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Washington. The Ranger received 13 battle stars for service in Vietnam. Unused. Excellent. $7.00 SOLD |
| EA-6B Prowler | |
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4PWSQ-56. 5-inch wide x 4-1/2-inch high black patch with multi-colored central design depicting an evil eyed aircraft approaching head on. The Prowler provides protection for combat aircraft, ground troops and ships by jamming enemy radar, electronic data links and other forms of communications, as well as, obtaining tactical electronic intelligence through the use of the latest electronic warfare systems with long-range and all weather capabilities. A very clever design. Unused. Excellent. $8.00 SOLD |
| 400th Missile Squadron | |
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4PWSQ-58. 3-1/2-inch diameter fully embroidered patch with lower tab. The multi-colored central design depicts out going missiles and incoming bombs. The 400th Missile Squadron maintains and operates the Peacekeeper Intercontinental Missile System. Unused. Excellent. $6.00 SOLD |
| U.S. Air Force Fighting 143Squadron - Sans Reproache | |
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4PWSQ-59. 3-inch wide x 4-inch high fully embroidered patch depicting a black embroidered winged horse with a red eye. Embroidered lettering, "Sans Reproache, Fighting 143." Unused Excellent $7.00 |
| U.S. Air Force Fighting 143 Squadron - Sans Reproache - Large Size | |
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4PWSQ-60. 3-3/8-inch wide x 4-1/2-inch high fully embroidered patch depicting a black embroidered winged horse with a white eye. Embroidered lettering, "Sans Reproache, Fighting 143." Slightly larger than the patch above, (4PWSQ-59). Unused Excellent $7.00 |
| USS William H. Stanley - CG-32 Guided Missile Cruiser | |
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4PWSQ-61. 3-3/8-inch wide x 4-1/2-inch high fully embroidered patch. the central design depicts a metallic, gold wire, embroidered trident with embroidered banner and white stars. The inside border is embroidered with metallic gold thread. Lettering reads, "USS William H. Stanley CG 32." A very fancy looking patch. Unused. Excellent. $7.00 SOLD |
| Navy Fighter Squadron VF-151 - Vigilantes | |
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4PWSQ-62. 2-7/8-inch diameter fully embroidered patch. The central design depicts a skull, with red eyes, clutching a flaming bayonet in its teeth. The skull is superimposed on a nuclear symbol. A unique design. extremely light age from handling. Unused. Near excellent. $7.00 SOLD |
| Navy Attack Squadron 174 - VF-174 - Hell Razors | |
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4PWSQ-63. 3-5/8-inch diameter fully embroidered gold colored patch depicting an embroidered stylized pterodactyl; the head and mouth of the pterodactyl is a straight razor and a machinegun. A unique patch. One tiny thread pull, (nothing serious). Unused. Excellent. $8.00 SOLD |
| U.S. Air Force Fighting 33 Squadron | |
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4PWSQ-64. 3-3/8-inch diameter black twill patch depicting an embroidered winged monster head with embroidered lettering, "Fighting 33." Unused. Excellent. $7.00 SOLD |
| U.S. Air Force Fighting 33 Squadron - Large Size | |
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4PWSQ-65. 5-inch diameter fully embroidered patch depicting an embroidered winged monster head with embroidered lettering, "Fighting 33." A Very large patch. Unused. Excellent. $10.00 SOLD |