VF-211 Checkmates Squadron Patch – Sew on For Sale

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VF-211 Checkmates Squadron Patch – Sew on:
$13.99

Aviators! Are you looking for a high-quality patch you\'ll proudly wear or display? Look no further than the VF-211 Checkmates Navy Patch!

• 4\" patch
• Embroidered
• US Naval Aviator Owned Business
• Sew On
• Plastic Backing (increases rigidity; the patch lasts longer and stays flat)

The squadron insignia depicts a character known as \"Brutus\" holding a rocket, from the original logo for VB-74. Eleven stars are arranged in groups of seven and four to mark the squadron\'s numerical designation, \"SEVEN FOUR\". The shield recalls the squadron\'s sixteen-year association with the F-8 Crusader. By tradition, the \"Brutus\" mascot is painted on an aircraft whenever the Fighting Checkmates spend Christmas away from home. The squadron\'s radio call sign is \"Nikel.\"

Three U.S. Navy squadrons have been designated VF-211. The first was established in 1948 and disestablished in 1949. The second VF-211 was established in 1955 and later redesignated VF-24 in 1959. The third VF-211 was established as VB-74 in 1945, eventually became VFA-211, and is the subject of this article.

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