VMX-1 50 Shades of Gray Patch Dread Dog The "Devilfish" have been keeping

The "Devilfish" have been keeping Marine fixed-wing aircraft in the fight for over a century

supporting operations across the Western Pacific and earning multiple Navy Unit Commendations and Meritorious Unit Commendations for exceptional service

The detachment ensured that reserve Marines maintained the proficiency and readiness needed to augment active duty Marine aviation units when activated

commanders know they're getting a battalion that will execute the mission with skill

VMX-1 50 Shades of Gray Patch Dread Dog The "Devilfish" have been keepingVMX 1 50 Shades of Gray Patch Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 Morale Embroidered Patch 50 Shades of Gray VMX 1's tongue in cheek take on the many shades of gray that define the test and evaluation world, where nothing is ever black and white. Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 (VMX 1) is the Marine Corps' premier operational test and evaluation squadron, responsible for testing new aircraft, weapons systems, tactics,