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Introduction
Explore Military Units
This section brings together a growing collection of Air Force units, including squadrons, wings, and specialist formations from around the world.
Each unit page provides historical background, operational context, and direct links to related patches and insignia, helping collectors and enthusiasts better understand the items within the collection.
Why Explore by Unit?
Military patches are closely tied to specific units. By exploring insignia at unit level, you can:
- Understand the history behind each patch
- Identify different versions and variants
- Connect items to specific bases, aircraft, and conflicts
- Build a more focused and meaningful collection
Types of Units Covered
This section will continue to expand to include:
- Fighter squadrons and wings
- Missile units and nuclear deterrent forces
- Reconnaissance and surveillance units
- Transport and support units
- Specialised and experimental units
Featured Unit Collections
Below are dedicated unit pages where you can explore both history and available patch variants.
Review the Collections:
38th Bombardment Wing Tactical Missile Wing
429th Electronic Combat Squadron
USAF 32d Electronic Combat Squadron
The 32d Tactical Fighter Squadron “Wolfhounds” is one of the most distinctive USAFE units, with a history spanning the Second World War, Cold War air defence of Europe, and later air operations command roles. Known for its unique Dutch Royal crest and Walt Disney-designed wolf emblem, the squadron became closely associated with Camp New Amsterdam at Soesterberg Air Base in the Netherlands.
USAF 38th Bombardment Wing, Tactical Missile Wing
The USAF 38th Wing lineage includes the 38th Bombardment Wing, 38th Tactical Missile Wing, 38th Flying Training Wing, 38th Engineering Installation Wing and 38th Combat Support Wing, serving in roles ranging from strategic bombing and pilot training to Cold War nuclear missile operations and global communications support. From B-26 Invader operations in post-war Japan to BGM-109G Gryphon Ground Launched Cruise Missile deployments in West Germany, the 38th Wing played an important role in United States Air Force and NATO operations during the Cold War era.
USAF 48th Bombardment Wing, Tactical Fighter Wing, Fighter Wing
The 48th Fighter Wing is one of the best known United States Air Forces in Europe formations of the Cold War and modern era. Known as the “Statue of Liberty Wing,” the 48th became closely associated with RAF Lakenheath in England and operated some of the USAF’s most important tactical fighter aircraft including the F-84 Thunderjet, F-86 Sabre, F-100 Super Sabre, F-4 Phantom II, F-111F Aardvark, F-15 Eagle and F-35A Lightning II.
The Wing traces its origins to the 48th Bombardment Group activated on 15 January 1941 before later becoming the 48th Fighter-Bomber Group during WWII. The modern USAFE unit was activated as the 48th Fighter Bomber Wing at Chaumont-Semoutiers Air Base France on 10 July 1952 on the redesignation of the 137th Fighter Bomber Wing
USAF 429th Electronic Combat Squadron
The 429th Electronic Combat Squadron has a long and distinguished history spanning the Second World War, Korea, the Cold War, and modern electronic warfare operations. From its origins as a fighter squadron flying the P-38 Lightning to its final role operating the EF-111A Raven, the squadron played a key role in both tactical air operations and electronic combat missions.
USAF Missile Units (Cold War)
👉 501st Tactical Missile Wing – RAF Greenham Common
Explore GLCM missile operations, Cold War history, and multiple patch variants from this key USAFE unit.
RAF Harrier Squadrons
👉 RAF 4 Squadron – Harrier Operations Germany & UK
Discover the history of IV(AC) Squadron and its Harrier GR aircraft, including deployments and patch variations.
USAFE Fighter Wings
👉 USAFE Fighter Squadrons & Wings
Browse fighter units based across Europe, including RAF Lakenheath, Bentwaters, and Spangdahlem.
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