History of the Patch

	CA-371 Santa Cruz Composite Squadron 13 - "Black Sheep" Version 1

"The unit emblem consists of an Air Force-style crest insignia, with the figure of a black sheep holding a lightening bolt and sitting astride an F4-U Corsair, which is climbing to the left. The Corsair was made famous by Marine Corps Colonel Gregory 'Pappy' Boyington (1912-1988) and his Black Sheep Squadron during World War II. The plane is silver in color and flies with integrity and pride in a sky of light blue. The surrounding silver stars, which are seen shining on a field of true blue, represent the honor of the country which we serve. The true blue shield surrounds the enitre patch and our unit's designation, "Black Sheep Squadron" is proudly displayed in warm red."

Information provided by:
Cadet Josh Pavlovich and the Squadron 13
"Unit Standrd Operating Procedures" manual,
February 1996