US Army 236th Dust Off Patch

This is a 3.75" x 4 3/8 patch with no hook and loop.  236th Med Det The 236th Medical Company's history dates to 1 July 1968 where it was originally activated at Fort Polk, Louisiana, as the 236th Medical Detachment. After extensive training, it was formed as a combat ready unit on 1 September 1968. On 26 November 1968, the unit was deployed to the Republic of South Vietnam. Initial assignment was to the 44th Medical Brigade, with further assignment under command of the 67th Medical Group located at Camp Paddock, (Red Beach) Danang. From the time the 236th was activated until it's redeployment to the United States and Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on 30 March 1972, it had evacuated a total of 41,000 patients, flying 19,072 missions with a total of 13,106 flying hours. The 236th was awarded the Meritorious Unit Citation for exceptionally meritorious service in the performance of its duties while in Vietnam. Key Features:1. Embroidered Patches- Embroidered more densely with synthetic thread t