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Need Help With ID: US Navy VFB-83


Bill Scott
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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

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Mark thank you for the ID it is much appreciated.Have a Blessed Christmas and a great 2018.Scottty

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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.

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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

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Mine is stenciled on the back. Note: Fighting-Bombing Squadron EIGHTY-THREE (VFB-83)

 

 

Rick

 

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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.

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