'Screaming' Eagles introduce new squadron symbol

Staff Sgt. Tyler Martin holds the standard for the 345th Recruiting Squadron. The eagle was handcarved by Master Sgt. Raymond Boyd, A-Flight chief, who unveiled it at a quarterly training meeting in August 2014. He spent more than 40 hours constructing this work of art that will endure as the standard of the 345th RCS Screaming Eagles. (U.S. Air Force photo)

‘Screaming Eagles’ introduce new squadron symbol

This eagle was handcarved by Master Sgt. Raymond Boyd, 345th Recruiting Squadron A-Flight chief, who unveiled it at a quarterly training meeting in August 2014. He spent more than 40 hours constructing this work of art that will endure as the standard of the 345th RCS Screaming Eagles. (U.S. Air Force photo)

'Screaming Eagles' introduce new squadron symbol

Published Feb. 10, 2015
By Tech. Sgt. Daniel Hopper
345th Recruiting Squadron Standardization and Training

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Illinois -- In the days of the Roman Empire, the eagle was a prominent symbol, especially as the standard of a legion. The Roman military considered the loss of a standard an extremely grave occurrence, and often went to great lengths to both protect and recover one if lost.

For example, after the Battle of Teutoburg Forest, the Romans spent decades attempting to recover the lost standards of three legions.

For the 345th Recruiting Squadron, the eagle remains a prominent symbol of our country, air power, and our squadron, and symbolizes our dedication to uphold the highest standards. It embodies our commitment to inspire, engage, and recruit the best possible future Airmen to ensure our Air Force remains the world's greatest.

The eagle was handcarved by Master Sgt. Raymond Boyd, A-Flight chief, who unveiled it at a quarterly training meeting in August. He spent more than 40 hours constructing this work of art that will endure as the standard of the 345th RCS Screaming Eagles!

It now resides in Columbia, Missouri, with Staff Sgt. Tyler Martin, squadron Gold Badge winner for 2014, and will transfer to future Gold Badge winners.