Size of this used USN patch is 4" by 3.2". A great find for any military collectible enthusiast.
The VP-44 squadron was established on 29 January 1951 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia and disestablished 40 years later, on 28 June 1991, at NAS Brunswick, Maine. Units of the squadron made 40 major overseas deployments. Its nickname was the Golden Pelicans from 1961-1991, and it was also known as the Budmen from 1989-1991. The squadron had four different insignia during its lifetime, featuring a marlin, King Neptune, a cartoon pelican, and, finally, a more formal pelican design.
For any unsatisfactory reason, item can be returned within 30 days for full refund of purchase price (less S&H fee). For more selection, please visit our eBay store. Thanks !
Size of this used USN patch is 4" by 3.2". A great find for any military collectible enthusiast. The VP-44 squadron was established on 29 January 1951 at NAS Norfolk, Virginia and disestablished 40 years later, on 28 June 1991, at NAS Brunswick, Maine. Units of the squadron made 40 major overseas deployments. Its nickname was the Golden Pelicans from 1961-1991, and it was also known as the Budmen from 1989-1991. The squadron had four different insignia during its lifetime, featuring a marlin, King Neptune, a cartoon pelican, and, finally, a more formal pelican design. For any unsatisfactory reason, item can be returned within 30 days for full refund of purchase price (less S&H fee). For more selection, please visit our eBay store. Thanks !