One such animal was “Skippy,” who was the mascot of Headquarters Squadron 12, or Hedron 12, stationed at Banana River Naval Air Station (BRNAS), which became Patrick Air Force Base in 1950, and now, Patrick Space Force Base. Skippy, above, was assigned a service number of 000-00-01, and given the rating of “Mascot, Second Class.” He would later earn his wings which he proudly wore on his specially designed flight jacket.
Bill Bright, car aficionado, Harley Davidson lover, sailor, and all-around cool guy, passed away at home on July 31. Bill was born in 1943 to William and Frances Bright and spent his childhood and early teen years growing up on Long Island.
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