USMC Helicopter Squadrons
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**Officially Licensed USMC VMF-214 Swashbucklers Squadron Patch**
Before they were the Black Sheep, they were the Swashbucklers—and they were already stacking kills in the Solomons. This patch honors the original VMF-214, the squadron that flew Wildcats and Corsairs against the Japanese before Pappy Boyington ever took the stick.
VMF-214 was commissioned on 1 July 1942 at MCAS Ewa, Hawaii. Originally nicknamed the "Swashbucklers" under Major George Britt, the squadron fought in the Solomon Islands campaign, transitioning from F4F Wildcats to the legendary gull-winged F4U Corsair. They claimed 20 aerial victories and produced two aces before being disbanded—after which Pappy Boyington reformed the squadron as the famous Black Sheep. Today the squadron flies AV-8B Harriers from MCAS Yuma under MAG-13.
• **Type:** Embroidered patch with officially licensed Swashbucklers insignia
• **Backing:** Hook & loop (Velcro) for flight suits and tactical gear
• **Durability:** Dense, color-fast stitching for lasting wear and display
• **Detail:** Heritage design featuring original Swashbucklers-era artwork
• **Application:** Flight jackets, shadow boxes, WWII collections, display frames
**Perfect For:** VMF-214/VMA-214 alumni, Marine Corps aviation enthusiasts, WWII Pacific Theater collectors, F4U Corsair fans, and anyone who knows the full story behind the Black Sheep.
If you want to swap patches on/off gear, choose hook & loop (velcro). If you’re attaching permanently to uniforms or fabric, choose sew-on. If you want quick application on compatible fabric, choose iron-on / heat seal (when offered). Backing options are shown on the page and update based on the variant you select.
Size is shown on the product page and updates with the variant you select (example: 3"). If you’re mounting on a hat or small panel, choose smaller sizes; for plate carriers and display boards, larger sizes fit better.
If the product is officially licensed, it will say “Officially Licensed” in the title and/or in the product details. If it doesn’t, it’s still a legitimate product—just not part of a licensed program.
Yes. If you see a note like “bulk reruns available,” that means we can support group orders or reruns. If you don’t see it, contact us with the unit/squadron and quantity and we’ll confirm options.
Yes—custom solutions are available (patches, name tags, lanyards, apparel). Use the custom request page and include artwork, size, backing preference, and quantity.
