Reconnaissance Attack Squadron 6 (RVAH-6) - Snapback Hat
Type: 100% Polyester, Unisex, All Over Printing
- 3.88 Oz. Made of 100% high-quality polyester, quickly dries and moisture-wicking.
- Adjustable snapback strap closure, fit for men and women.
- The button on the crown of the cap can be customized to any color.
- Dimension: Circumference 22.8"~25.2". Brim Width 7.1". Brim Depth 2.8". Front Panel Height 7".
- Garment Care: It is recommended to wash by hand.
- The inside of the hat and the snapback strap are fixed in black.
- Suitable for summer hiking, outdoor activities, running, etc.
Reconnaissance Attack (Heavy) Squadron (RVAH-6)
RVAH-6 was a Reconnaissance Attack (Heavy) Squadron of the U.S. Navy. Originally established as Composite Squadron Six (VC-6) on 6 January 1950, it was redesignated as Heavy Attack Squadron Six (VAH-6) on 1 July 1956 and was redesignated as Reconnaissance Attack (Heavy) Squadron Six (RVAH-6) on 23 September 1965. The squadron was disestablished on 20 October 1978.
RVAH-6 / Cold War
11 March 1974 - 11 September 1974, RVAH-6 was embarked on USS Forrestal for an Atlantic/Mediterranean deployment.
Budgetary pressures following the end of the Vietnam War force the Department of Defense to again close several stateside air bases, to include Naval Air Station Albany. Following completion of their 1974 deployment, RVAH-6 shifts home stations from NAS Albany to Naval Air Station Key West, Florida.
21 May 1975 - 15 December 1975, RVAH-6 was embarked on USS Kitty Hawk for a WESTPAC deployment.
1 December 1977 - 20 July 1978, RVAH-6 was embarked on USS Nimitz for an Atlantic/Mediterranean deployment.