"Black Jacks" Tee
Unit: VMJ-3
Commissioned: 1 May 1945
Decommissioned: 21 Nov 1945
Nickname: Black Jacks or Red Asses
Name of Artist for Emblem: S/Sgt. Charles Lawrenson
Date of Emblem: 1945
Type of Aircraft Employed: JM-1
Remarks: The insignia's donkey symbol was selected for its role as a "beast of burden" in pulling things, mirroring the squadron's towing tasks. Its initial design featured red on the donkey's backside, indicative of the aircraft's tails frequently being hit during missions. However, this detail was later omitted following HQMC's guidance.
Images:
1. Cpl. Walter G. Scott standing in front of squadron sign with “red posterior”
2. Shot up tail on squadron aircraft showing the reason for the donkey’s red posterior.
3. JM-1 “The Red Ass” with squadron insignia painted on the nose.
Unisex Tri-Blend T-Shirt | Bella + Canvas
This product is printed to order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Current production time: approximately 5-8 business days.
All Sales are Final, No returns.