VMFA-214 - Wikipedia
Its World War II exploits and the memoirs of commanding officer Colonel Gregory "Pappy" Boyington inspired the 1970s television show Baa Baa Black Sheep, later syndicated as Black Sheep Squadron. Locate, attack and destroy surface targets; intercept and destroy enemy aircraft; and provide electronic warfare support.
THE BLACK SHEEP: The Story of VMF-214, by Don Hollway
VMF-214 was a newly reorganized squadron on just its third mission, and flying an ill-starred fighter to boot: the Vought F4U-1 Corsair, or “Bent-Wing Bird.” High atop the four-mile-tall array, squadron commander Major Gregory Boyington was feeling sorry for himself.
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 214 - United States Marine Corps
The Black Sheep flew 3200 hours during 1375 combat sorties in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM II. On 2 July 2009, the Black Sheep provided Close Air Support and Initial Terminal Guidance to...
The Black Sheep Squadron of WWII: Who Were They? - History
The Black Sheep Squadron, formally known as Marine Fighter Squadron 214 (VMF-214), is an iconic symbol of heroism and unorthodox tactics during World War II. Led by the indomitable Major Gregory “Pappy” Boyington, this group of fearless Marine Corps pilots carved their legacy in the annals of military history.
Pappy Boyington - Wikipedia
On August 14, 1943, he took command of Marine fighter squadron VMF-214 ("Black Sheep"). In January 1944, Boyington, outnumbered by Japanese "Zero" planes, was shot down into the Pacific Ocean after downing one of the enemy planes.
VMF-214 Black Sheep Veterans tell why Gregory “Pappy” …
2024年7月31日 · Col. Gregory “Pappy” Boyington (ret.), USMC was the “bad boy” hero of World War II that America needed in the Pacific Theatre. He led an ad hoc squadron of fliers known as the Black Sheep. The exploits of Pappy and his cohorts were captured in Boyington’s autobiography, “Baa Baa Black Sheep,” in 1958.
Boyington’s Bastards: The Legendary Black Sheep Squadron - HistoryNet
2020年1月3日 · VMF-214 was a newly reorganized squadron on just its third mission, and flying an ill-starred fighter to boot: the Vought F4U-1 Corsair, or “Bent-Wing Bird.” High atop the four-mile-tall array, squadron commander Major Gregory Boyington was feeling sorry for himself.
The Story of the “Black Sheep” Squadron and Their F4U Corsairs
2024年10月18日 · During World War II, the U.S. Marine Corps formed a fighter squadron that would become one of the most famous in military aviation history—the “Black Sheep” Squadron, officially known as Marine Fighter Squadron 214 (VMF-214).
The F4U Corsair: VMF-214 Black Sheep During WWII
2024年8月21日 · VMF-214 is fabled in legend as a band of rebellious misfits, a notion popularized in the 1970s television series, Baa Baa Black Sheep. (later re-titled Black Sheep Squadron) But nothing could be further from the truth.
VMFA-214 Blacksheep Marine Fighter Attack Squadron F-35B
The Black Sheep ended their second combat tour on 8 January 1944, five days after Major Boyington was shot down and captured by the Japanese. The original Black Sheep were disbanded and the pilots were placed in the pilot pool in Marine Aircraft Group (MAG)-11.