Combat Action Patch VMFA-542 being a Marine son is

being a Marine son is a source of lifelong pride

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and eyes on the objective

and descendants of the Marines who fought with the 4th Brigade in France

Combat Action Patch VMFA-542 being a Marine son isCombat Action Patch Embroidered Patch Blooded in Battle The Combat Action Ribbon is the Marine Corps and Navy's recognition that a service member has actively participated in ground or surface combat the definitive marker that separates those who have been in the fight from those who have not. This patch represents every Marine and sailor who has engaged the enemy in direct combat. The Combat Action Ribbon was established on February 17, 1969, to