History of the Patch

	NY-189 Binghamton Cadet Squadron Version 1, early 90s to 2002

The shield protects the bearer. The shield is gray, as the gray skies of our founding year, 1941. The golden triangle represents the "Triple Cities" area in which we live - Binghamton, Vestal, Endicott - which played so important a roll in World War II aviation, as reflected by the Hap Arnold Wings. The red propeller represents Civil Air Patrol. The motto "Seize the Initiative" reflects the desire of each member to take the lead, accomplish the mission.

The emblem was designed by William "Bill" Shafer, and the patch was in use from the early 1990s until 2002 when the charter was moved to Oneonta, New York.

Information provided by:
William "Bill" Shafer
October 19, 2007