Patrol Squadron 47

Patrol Squadron 47 (VP-47), known as the “Golden Swordsmen,” was established in 1944 during World War II. Originally equipped with PBM Mariners, the squadron conducted anti-submarine warfare and maritime patrol operations in the Pacific Theater. Over the decades, VP-47 has participated in major conflicts, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars, transitioning to advanced aircraft such as the P-3 Orion and, most recently, the P-8A Poseidon. The squadron is renowned for its persistent maritime surveillance, reconnaissance, and anti-submarine missions, playing a vital role in U.S. Navy operations across the globe.