VF-32 Fighter Squadron Patch

VF-32 Fighter Squadron Patch – Swordsmen – Naval Aviation Legacy – 4.50" x 3.88" Embroidered Iron-On
Superior Materials: High-quality polyester thread stitched onto durable twill fabric for vivid color and long-lasting strength.
Detailed Embroidery: Features the iconic armored knight with raised sword, the proud symbol of VF-32’s striking power.
Iron-On Backing: Easy-to-apply heat-seal backing perfect for jackets, gear bags, and display boards.
Combat Proven: Honors a legendary U.S. Navy fighter squadron known for air superiority in conflicts from WWII to Desert Storm.
Collector-Grade: A must-have for naval aviation fans, veterans, historians, and Tomcat-era patch collectors.

Formations & Origins
Fighter Squadron 32 (VF-32), known as the “Swordsmen,” was originally established during WWII and quickly earned a reputation for combat excellence. The unit’s emblem—a medieval knight wielding a sword—symbolized the strike power and chivalry of naval aviators, and became synonymous with precision, aggression, and discipline in the skies.

Aircraft & Combat History
Over its decades of service, VF-32 transitioned through aircraft like the F6F Hellcat, F8 Crusader, F-4 Phantom II, and most famously, the F-14 Tomcat. The squadron was central in Cold War readiness operations and later participated in Operation Desert Storm, conducting reconnaissance and air superiority missions from the deck of the USS John F. Kennedy.

Legacy & Symbolism
With its motto "The Swordsmen Strike," VF-32 represents a golden era in U.S. Navy air power. The squadron was eventually redesignated VFA-32 as it transitioned into the F/A-18 Hornet program. This patch preserves the memory of VF-32’s fierce aerial legacy, marking a chapter of honor, strength, and technical mastery in naval aviation history.

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