The Squadron’s Proposed Insignia

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vThe black and white drawn-insignia on a round disc of VPB-103’s proposed insignia is pictured. It is of a “Bugs Benny”-looking rabbit lounging on top of a large bomb, with a shark-like face, teeth, and grin, eating a carrot with flames shooting out of the end of it. According to the typed letter, the “large bomb symbolizes a heavy bombardment squadron. The teeth in the nose of the bomb and the gleam in its eye depicts the effectiveness and readiness of attack”; the “rabbit would denote the speed of the planes. Large tummy represents the capacity bomb load and the open eyes and confident grin of the rabbit stands for alertness and confidence of success”; and the “carrot is symbolic of excellent eyesight of the crew, especially under night conditions.” The insignia was drawn by Leon Schlessenger.

The Squadron’s Proposed Insignia

VPB-103’s proposed insignia, drawn in black and white and on a round disc, is that of a “Bugs Benny”-looking rabbit lounging on top of a large bomb, with a shark-like face, teeth, and grin, eating a carrot with flames shooting out of the end of it.

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Photo by: U.S. Navy | VIRIN: 231112-N-NH407-004.JPG

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