Navy patrol squadrons in vietnam agent orange claims dilemma. Details about vp 48 us navy squadron patch fm sqdn 1990. Thank you for your interest in and support of the men and women of the patrol squadron 45 pelicans. Text lettering can be done on the lining or anywhere on your leather jacket. In 1980 he was assigned to patrol squadron 48 at nas moffett field, california, where he served as operations officer until 1982, deploying to naf kadena, okinawa, japan, japan and nas adak, alaska. It will contain info about the veterans administration and how to file a claim with the va. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Congratulations on your orders to patrol squadron eight. Seaman, an antisubmarine warfare technician, was attached to patrol squadron 48, nas moffett field, california. It was during this period, in 1953, that the squadron received its present designation of vp 48. In march of 1965, vp47 moved to moffett field, california. Vpb2 vs2 vb10 vs2 vtb2 uss lexington uss hornet duplicate vintage patch available for sale or trade vt2 uss lexington uss hornet vu2 vh2 vu3a vu3 zp3 airship patrol squadron 3 nas lta lakehurst lighter than air zp4 airship patrol squadron 4 nas lta lakehurst lighter than air vb4 early war uss ranger see also vp23 vd4 vu.
It was established as vp208 on 15 december 1942, redesignated patrol bombing squadron vpb208 on 1 october 1944, redesignated vp208 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane vpms8 on 15 november 1946, redesignated vp48 on 1 september 1948 and. My granddaddy was stationed in okinawa with vp 48 patrol squadron as an ac engine mechanic apprentice. Vp48 boomers squadron patch plastic backing squadron. Vp48 memorial page information furnished by michael seaman jr. All items are mailed out within 48 hours of payment packages generally take about 2 working days to arrive to u.
The plane was on routine patrol according to seamans wife, dolores. Patrol squadron 48 vp48 boomerangers click to view crew list. First vp 48 september 1st, 1948 through december 31st, 1949. Page 4 of 6 vp patrol squadron patches patron posted in garth thompson navy, coast guard and other sea services patches. Navy observation and patrol squadron vo, voc, vp, vpb. Between the adak deployment in 1966, and the okinawa deployment in 1968, one of the squadrons p3s had a high time engine, that is, one of the power plants had successfully achieved the maximum number of flight hours recommended by lockheed and allison. Vp42 patrol squadron 42 seademons disestablished in 1969. Vp49 navy aviation patrol squadron forty nine military patch. Civil air patrol members recognized for volunteer service.
Custom patches for the patrol squadron eight at naval air station jacksonville, florida. United states navy vp49 aviation patrol squadron forty nine military patch no sanctuary in the deep size. Jul 26, 2008 this video was made from 8mm film in 1965 and depicts a condensed ocean surveilance patrol. It was established as vp208 on 15 december 1942, redesignated patrol bombing squadron vpb208 on 1 october 1944, redesignated vp208 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane vpms8 on 15 november 1946, redesignated vp48 on 1 september 1948 and disestablished on 31 december 1949. In addition we also emboss and paint leather patches for the current military and create leather nametags in many different styles. Here the squadron transitioned from the sp5b to the new lockheed p3a orion, thus entering the modern era of antisubmarine warfare asw operations. You need to be a member of patrol squadron fortynine vp49 to add comments. We custom paint bomb squadron and group leather patches. Vp 48 us navy squadron patch air force bomber, us navy aircraft. Description vp48 boomers squadron patch plastic backing. It wasnt vp40 until 911948, disestablished 1251950, then reestablished as patrol squadron forty vp40 on 1201951. It was established as vp208 on 15 december 1942, redesignated patrol bombing squadron vpb208 on 1 october 1944, redesignated vp208 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane vpms8 on 15 november 1946, redesignated vp48.
She was notified of his death thursday in a telegram from vice adm. If you do so, please credit the command or the person who authored the content as a courtesy photo or article byline can be u. Navy patrol squadron patches vp flying tigers surplus. It was established as vp208 on 15 december 1942, redesignated patrol bombing squadron vpb208 on 1 october 1944, redesignated vp208 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane vpms8 on 15 november 1946, redesignated vp48 on 1 september 1948 and disestablished on. Established as vp208 on december 15th, 1942 redesignated vpb208 on october 1st, 1944. Navy squadron vq, vr, vrc, vs, vsf, vso insignia, logo.
The squadron was established as patrol squadron 21 vp21 on 1 march 1944, redesignated patrol bombing squadron 21 vpb21 on 1 october 1944, redesignated patrol squadron 21 vp21 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane 11 vpms11 on 15 november 1946, redesignated patrol squadron 41 vp41 on 1 september 1948 and. Vpnavy is dedicated to the men and women of the united states navy flying asw vpvpb patrol aircraft past and present. Vp48 patrol squadron forty eight navy military patch ebay. Very rare wwii usn vf72 fighter squadron jacket patch of lt. The squadron was established as patrol squadron 21 vp21 on 1 march 1944, redesignated patrol bombing squadron 21 vpb21 on 1 october 1944, redesignated patrol squadron 21 vp21 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane 11 vpms11 on 15 november 1946, redesignated patrol squadron 41 vp41 on 1. It will have info from other members of vp40 and all seaplane squadron members who were in viet nam during the conflict. My granddaddy was stationed in okinawa with vp48 patrol squadron as an ac engine mechanic apprentice. Patch usn patch navy patrol squadron 42 patch sold as pictured read all before bidding. Navy patrol squadron veterans who filed agent orange disability claims in nv, mo, ca, tn, il, tx, al, wi and nc were reportedly awarded benefits based on va accepted and substantiated evidence supplied by the veteran in lieu of official orders placing them aboard the seaplane tenders or at shore facilities in vietnam. Vp44 patrol squadron 44 golden pelicans disestablished in 1991. Major menu tab sections youll use for navigation are described below. Vp48 us navy aviation patrol squadron forty eight military patch the boomers. Patrol squadron forty vp40 first formed as a seaplane squadron flying the pbm5 mariner out of north island, the fighting marlins have flown four different airframes, been led by 52.
Patrol squadron 45 pelicans, nas jacksonville, jacksonville. History of the golden swordsmen of patrol squadron vp 47. Navy patrol squadron patches vp navy aviation patches flying tigers surplus. Welcome to navy patrol squadron vp28 hawaiian warriors this website assists in fostering the friendships of vp28 shipmates. This video was made from 8mm film in 1965 and depicts a condensed ocean surveilance patrol. Alexandria, virginia at an awards ceremony on wednesday, 26 june 2019, 8 members of challenger 1 cadet squadron of the civil air patrol received awards. Upon your arrival to vp8, report in appropriate dress uniform for the season, dress blues or dress whites, and a regulation haircut to. Air force bomber us navy aircraft battle dress army patches military insignia military photos aircraft design united states navy navy ships. High quality patrol squadron gifts and merchandise. Patrol squadron 47 vp47 golden swordsmen click to view crew list. These patrols were normally 10 to 12 hours in duration. Vp48 patrol squadron us navy air korean war project page 1. Vp48 patrol squadron second version patch upper left quadrant.
Vp44 golden pelicans from victory at midway to the end of. Navy patrol squadron 5 vp5 patch image insignia tshirt. Commanding officer, vp4 unit 209190 box 1 fpo ap 96601 we will not obtain personally identifying information about you when you visit our site unless you choose to provide such information to us. I have been researching this mishap and have found, and visited, the. First vp48 september 1st, 1948 through december 31st, 1949. Patrol squadron 48 vp 48 boomerangers click to view crew list. See more ideas about patches, military patch, us navy aircraft. I was assigned to the power plants shop during my time with vp28. Vp48 patrol squadron second version patch squadron patches. During this tour, patrol squadron fortyseven distinguished itself as the first full patrol squadron to be deployed to vietnam. Wwii squadron patch insignia pictures collection of patches. Navy patrol squadrons in vietnam agent orange claims. New cadet commander for danbury civil air patrol danbury.
Our vp8 patches are 100% embroidered with velcro backing. It was during this period, in 1953, that the squadron received its present designation of vp48. I was squadron electronic officer on the first deployment to sangley point after return to usa i also was in vu3a target drone with chubby lyons the top drone pilot in the us military. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Vpnavy vr48 patch summary page vp patrol squadron vpnavy is dedicated to the men and women of the united states navy flying asw vpvpb patrol aircraft past and present. Now the squadron deploys yearly to iwakuni, japan to patrol the waters from korea to hong kong, and further their training in antisubmarine warfare and advanced base operations. Vpnavy has attempted to collect every available piece of information via the internet. I had departed the squadron just 25 days earlier, the day. Jul 04, 20 i was assigned to the power plants shop during my time with vp28. Vp731 patrol squadron us navy air korean war project page 1.
It was established as vp208 on 15 december 1942, redesignated patrol bombing squadron vpb208 on 1 october 1944, redesignated vp208 on 15 may 1946, redesignated medium patrol squadron seaplane vpms8 on 15 november 1946, redesignated vp 48 on 1 september 1948 and disestablished on 31 december 1949. Navy fleet air reconnaissance squadron vq fleet logistics support squadron vr, vrx scouting squadron vs anti submarine squadron vs, vsx. His pay grade was e3 and his name was gerald david smith but went by jerry. Vp48 memorial vpnavy united states navy patrol squadrons. The fighting tigers of vp8 are currently stationed in hangar 511 aboard naval air station jacksonville. Vpnavy vp48 history summary page vp patrol squadron. Here are some photos and the legend that explains the photos from the 1940s era of vp40 which was known as vpms10 on 111046. Commander in chief pacific at camp smith, hawaii, as senior military analyst in the research and analysis. Vp48 patrol squadron second version patch center detail. I also served in faw14, nas pt mugu, and in 195556 i was in vw2 det a which became vq. North carolina if anyone can help id appreciate it greatly. Navy asw patrol squadrons is posted with permission on pages dedicated to each respective squadron. Navy patrol squadron patches vp navy aviation patches flying tigers surplus page 3.
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