Bill Scott Posted December 22, 2017 Share #1 Posted December 22, 2017 This came with a pilots grouping to a Lt JG who flew off the Essex any idea what squadron it may be.thanks for all help.Scotty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBMflyer Posted December 22, 2017 Share #2 Posted December 22, 2017 Bill, I have that one as VBF-83, they flew F4U's off the Essex like you stated. Hope this helps, Merry Christmas, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Scott Posted December 22, 2017 Author Share #3 Posted December 22, 2017 Mark thank you for the ID it is much appreciated.Have a Blessed Christmas and a great 2018.Scottty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Jerry Posted December 22, 2017 Share #4 Posted December 22, 2017 Cool piece as usual Mr.Bill- Reminiscent of Banksy's art. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwb123 Posted December 22, 2017 Share #5 Posted December 22, 2017 Cool piece as usual Mr.Bill- Reminiscent of Banksy's art. That's because it looks like it has been done with an airbrush. Neat item. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Scott Posted December 23, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted December 23, 2017 The group is named to Raymond Jacob Emerling Jr. Lt.JG.When my buddy bought the group he was told Mr.Emerling was not in this squadron but was given this one from one of his friend that was.I love the patch being made up of three separate pieces sewn together to form the base material here is a shot of the back.Scotty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walika Posted December 23, 2017 Share #7 Posted December 23, 2017 Mine is stenciled on the back. Note: Fighting-Bombing Squadron EIGHTY-THREE (VFB-83) Rick Navy Cross:HARRIS, WILLIAM HUGH, JR.Synopsis:The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to William Hugh Harris, Jr., Lieutenant, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in operations against the enemy while serving as Pilot of a carrier-based Navy Fighter Plane in Fighting-Bombing Squadron EIGHTY-THREE (VFB-83), embarked from the U.S.S. ESSEX (CV-9), on 18 July 1945, while deployed over Yokosuka, Japan. His outstanding courage and determined skill were at all times inspiring and in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now