Squadron Patch
The Syracuse Cadet Squadron’s distinctive unit patch was approved by New York Wing Commander in 2004 for uniform wear. It was designed by C/Lt Col Charlsie Brooks.
The 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.
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