History of the Patch

	MD-071 Bethesda-Chevy Chase Composite Squadron Version 1

The Bethesda-Chevy Chase Composite Squadron patch was designed based on the Maryland Wing operating instructions for unit patches that required a round 3" patch in size. The name of the unit is in the outside circle. The "informal" masoct and the name of the newsletter for B-CC was the Bald Eagle. This name was chosen since the bald eagle is the symbol of our nation, and because the founder of B-CC, Captain William R Hicks, was bald! The Bald Eagle sits atop a banner with the unit motto selected by the cadets: "Improvise, adapt, overcome".

Behind the eagle is a triangle reflecting the heritage of our Civil Defence days. The prop/triangle/circle reflect our aircrew missions and the GT/triangle/circle reflect the strong history of ground team service in the squadron. The primary colors are red/white/blue reflecting the nation's colors.

The design of the patch was worked on by Lt Col John M Knowles, Capt Dave Staples, and several squadron cadets.

Information provided by:
Lt Col John M Knowles
Vice Commander, Maryland Wing
June 27, 2007