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The squadron is known as the Black Sheep. Its World War II exploits and the memoirs of commanding officer Colonel Gregory "Pappy" Boyington inspired the 1970s television show Baa Baa Black Sheep, later syndicated as Black Sheep Squadron. See more
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 214 (VMFA-214) is a United States Marine Corps fighter attack squadron that currently flies the Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II. The squadron's home field is Marine Corps Air Station Yuma See more
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The unit was commissioned as Marine Fighter Squadron 214 (VMF-214) on 1 July 1942, at Marine Corps Air Station Ewa on … See moreLocate, attack and destroy surface targets; intercept and destroy enemy aircraft; and provide electronic warfare support. See more
These Marines of VMF-214 are flying aces, aviators credited with shooting down five or more enemy aircraft during aerial combat:
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WEBThe call sign “Black Sheep” was chosen by the squadron to commemorate the unusual way in which the squadron had been formed. The pilots ranged from experienced combat veterans, with several...
The Black Sheep Squadron of WWII: Who Were They?
WEBThe Black Sheep Squadron, formally known as Marine Fighter Squadron 214 (VMF-214), is an iconic symbol of heroism and unorthodox tactics during World War II. Led by the indomitable Major Gregory “Pappy” …
VMFA-214 Blacksheep Marine Fighter Attack Squadron …
WEBThe call sign “Black Sheep” was chosen by the squadron to commemorate the unusual way in which the squadron had been formed. The pilots ranged from experienced combat veterans, with several air-to-air victories to …
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WEBOct 21, 2016 · 1943: Twenty-three VMA-214 pilots are shown seated behind the men in the numerals. BB (Before Boyington and Black Sheep) VMA-214 Officers and Men are …
Aces of VMF-214 - The Black Sheep Squadron in WW2
WEBThe Black Sheep shot down 94 Japanese planes, and counted eight aces, in addition to Boyington. Here are the stories of those eight aces, men who were notably overlooked in Boyington's self-serving autobiography Baa …
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WEBThe call sign "Black Sheep" was chosen by the squadron to commemorate the unusual way in which the Squadron had been formed. The pilots ranged from experienced combat veterans, with several air-to-air victories to …
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WEBApr 12, 2021 · This image is in the public domain in the United States because it contains materials that originally came from a United States Armed Forces badge or logo.
Insignia, VMF-214 Black Sheep, United States Marine …
WEBUnited States Marine Corps VMF-214 Black Sheep squadron insignia; a shield depicted with a black bend sinister, a black sheep in upper left bend, a front on view of a F4U Corsair depicted in the top center, silver …
Insignia, VMF-214 Black Sheep, United States Marine Corps
WEBUnited States of America AWARDS-Insignia United States Marine Corps VMF-214 Black Sheep squadron insignia; a shield depicted with a black bend sinister, a black sheep in …
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