redone Posted October 2, 2017 Share #1 Posted October 2, 2017 I received this patch in a group of Air Force items including two Tactical Air Command patches. Is this patch Air Force related? The TAC patches and the patch shown look to be older pieces possibly 1960s - 70s. Any input will be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted October 3, 2017 Share #2 Posted October 3, 2017 Never saw it before. But in the patch world that means nothing. It looks like a Dr. Seuss character though. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwilliamsfnp Posted October 3, 2017 Share #3 Posted October 3, 2017 This I believe is called a Googlefinch, this bird is often seen on USAF novelty patches and since I collect Army I cannot remember the story. I am sure a google search may shed some light on the story. Start with that and hope you find out something... Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintageproductions Posted October 3, 2017 Share #4 Posted October 3, 2017 Jeff I think you mean the oozlefinch which was the Artillery mascot. The oozlefinch looks like a plucked ostrich with a long neck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter Posted October 4, 2017 Share #5 Posted October 4, 2017 What ever it is it looks female. Also looks Thai made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted October 4, 2017 Share #6 Posted October 4, 2017 Looks machine made to me, a shot of the back will help. As Bob said the oozlefinch was army. The only USAF patch I've seen where it shows up on the 4758 DSES/1 ATS patch. That unit worked closely with the army ADA at Ft. Bliss to provide aerial "targets" (F-100s, B-57s) for training. Thus it shows a little humor as seen in the design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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