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The emblem symbolizes the squadron and its primary mission. The hawk, native to the vast forests of Louisiana, the state in which the unit was originally activated, is a bird of fierceness, great flying speed and maneuvering skill, and a most appropriate symbol to represent those qualities in the squadron. The hawk's red eye and tightly set beak indicate the blazing courage and determination with which the wearers of this emblem meet their appointed tasks. The shock wave indicates the high performance aircraft used by a USAF tactical fighter squadron. The green color of the shock wave and the white background reflects the squadron colors. Approved circa March 1959.