History of the Patch

	GA-065 DeKalb County Cadet Squadron Version 1

"The DeKalb County Cadet Squadron patch was modeled after the US Army Ranger shoulder arc by then squadron commander, Major Ron Bradford. Originally, one had to earn the privilage to wear the DEKALB patch by passing several tests, amoung which included rappelling off a mountain! Ron Bradfield was a Vietnam Veteran, and wore his military awards on his CAP uniform including the Silver Star and the Purple Heart. Lieutenant Colonel Bradford passed away in 1986."

A little known item:
"Ron Bradford had worked for Dekalb Cablevision, a local cable TV provider, and the very first patches worn by Dekalb Squadron personnel were ones worn by employees from that company!"

Information provided by:
1st Lt Charles E (Chuck) Corway, CAP
Former member of DeKalb County Cadet Squadron
April 2006
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Brian Berry, Lt Col, CAP
Commander, Sandy Springs Cadet Squadron
February 2007