The "Bugs Bunny" SquadronThe Crusaders

 

The Patches of the 315th -- The original patch of the 315th, at left, was designed in Manchester, New Hampshire, and worn by the squadron until Italy. Bugs Bunny reclining on a cloud cradling a 50-caliber machine gun was conceived in recognition of Capt. George Armstrong, squadron commander, whose remarkable ability to imitate cartoon character voices could lighten any social occasion. Thus, the 315th was unofficially known as the "Bugs Bunny" squadron until March, 1943, when squadron commander Major Edward Sanders had the designation changed to the "Crusaders," at right, which most agreed better fitted the seriousness of the outfit's mission and accomplishments.