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    Moonlighters gather, reminisce about their history [Image 4 of 7]

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    The image shows a collection of military unit plaques and squadron insignia displayed on a wooden table. The plaques are wooden shield-shaped awards featuring painted emblems, crests, and unit names from various military squadrons. One prominently visible plaque in the foreground reads 'VAMPIRES' with a bat-themed insignia.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    03.15.2014

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Brendan Roethel 

    Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort

    Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort hosted a reunion for Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 332 at the Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 Hangar, March 15. The ceremony was held to honor and celebrate the rich heritage of the Moonlighters. Veterans from the late 1980’s until their decommissioning in 2007 attended the reunion.

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    Date Taken: 03.15.2014
    Date Posted: 03.28.2014 10:25
    Photo ID: 1203349
    VIRIN: 140315-M-RT263-003
    Resolution: 2658x1772
    Size: 774.29 KB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA, US
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    A collection of military unit plaques and awards displayed on a flat surface, likely a table. The plaques represent various U.S. military aviation squadrons and units, featuring unit insignia, mottos, and commemorative inscriptions. The central standing plaque references '9th Air Wing' and is dedicated to 'VMFA-332', dated 'DACT U-W 2000-02'.
    This is a promotional or commemorative photograph of a U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet aircraft from VMFA(AW)-332, known as the 'Moonlighters.' The aircraft is shown in flight over a coastal landscape, bearing the squadron's markings and the word 'MARINES' on the fuselage. A squadron patch featuring playing cards and the nickname 'Dealer' is displayed in the lower left corner.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet is parked inside a large military hangar. The aircraft features distinctive red polka-dot nose art and displays a squadron insignia placard positioned beneath the fuselage. The hangar environment is well-lit with natural light from large windows at the rear.
    The image shows a collection of military unit plaques and squadron insignia displayed on a wooden table. The plaques are wooden shield-shaped awards featuring painted emblems, crests, and unit names from various military squadrons. One prominently visible plaque in the foreground reads 'VAMPIRES' with a bat-themed insignia.
    A large group of approximately 25-30 individuals poses for a group photo inside a military aircraft hangar in front of a U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet jet. The aircraft bears the squadron designation 'VMFA(AW)-3' on its tail and the number '01' on its nose. The group appears to include both military personnel and civilians, possibly during an official visit or tour.
    The image shows a military squadron patch/insignia painted or applied to what appears to be a gray aircraft fuselage. The insignia belongs to VMFA(AW)-332, a U.S. Marine Corps All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron nicknamed the 'Moonlighters.' The design features a skull wearing a straw boater hat with a cane, surrounded by red polka dots on a circular badge with banner ribbons.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet jet fighter is parked inside a large military hangar. The aircraft features distinctive nose art with red polka dots and displays a squadron insignia placard beneath the fuselage. The hangar environment shows typical maintenance and ground support equipment in the background.

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