History of the Patch

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Syracuse Cadet Squadron
Version 1


The Syracuse Cadet Squadron's distinctive unit patch was approved in 2004 by New York Wing Commander, Col Austyn W Granville Jr, for uniform wear. It was designed by C/Lt Col Charlsie Brooks.

Heraldry

  • The torch symbolizes our link to Central New York Group, whose unit patch includes a similar torch.
  • The snake symbolizes our relationship with the 174th Fighter Wing, NYANG. Their tail art includes a similar snake.
  • The sword represents strength: mental, physical, and in spirit.
  • The black background represents constancy, dignity, and determination. These traits can be linked to CAP's motto, Semper Vigilans, and the core values of integrity, volunteer service, and excellence.
  • The grey in the border represents discretion and humility. These traits can be linked to CAP's core value of respect.
  • The blue in both the "contrails" and the border represents the sky, the theater of CAP air operations.
  • The patch is round with lower and upper rockers, per Air Force heraldry guidelines. The full circle portion is 2.5" in diameter, with 3/8" rockers.


    Information provided by:
    Syracuse Cadet Squadron and
    Major Daniel W Brodsky, CAP
    November 02, 2006

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