British Air Cadets 1 Squadron Overseas Patch

The British Air Cadets 1 Squadron Overseas Patch is an embroidered insignia associated with 1 Squadron of the Air Training Corps, a youth organization connected to the Royal Air Force. This rectangular patch features the unit’s emblem, which typically includes the Air Cadet crest and squadron-specific details. “Overseas” patches are issued to units situated outside the United Kingdom, often in British territories or bases abroad, to distinguish them from UK-based counterparts. The patch is designed for wear on a uniform, denoting squadron membership and overseas assignment. Constructed from durable threads on a cloth backing, the patch represents affiliation with the organization, as well as service in an international setting. Such insignia are of interest to collectors of military and cadet memorabilia, offering insight into the structure and deployment of the Air Training Corps. The patch reflects the traditions and identity of British youth aviation groups during their overseas activities.