The Old Breed

by Randy Green

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The Old Breed

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Randy Green

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Painting - Oils On Portrait Canvas

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"The Old Breed"
by Randy Green
Aces of VMF-323 The "Death Rattlers" over Okinawa April 1945.

Though virtually unknown, the most successful Marine fighting squadron of 1945 was VMF-323, the "Death Rattlers". First commissioned at Cherry Point, North Carolina in August of 1943 under the command of 23-year-old Major George Axtell, the squadron would achieve fame over the kamikaze-laden skies of Okinawa in 1945. In just two months' time, the squadron would become the highest-scoring unit of any service. They would shoot down over 124 Japanese planes and spawn 12 aces, more than any other Marine squadron on a single tour. They would also down over 24 Japanese aircraft twice during their tour, the most for a Marine squadron in any single action.

VMF-323's training, hard work, and dedication led to their combat successes over Okinawa and inspired future generations of Marines. Their code and valor forged their legacy forever as "The Old Breed."

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