Marine Tactical Data Systems Detachment — Embroidered Patch Data Warriors The Marine Tactical Data Systems Detachment operated the data link and tactical data systems that connected the Marine Air Command and Control System into a seamless digital network. This patch represents the Marines who kept the tactical data flowing. The Marine Tactical Data Systems Detachment operated and maintained the tactical data systems that provided automated air track data, identification, and weapons assignment information to the Marine Air Command and Control System. These Marines were responsible for the complex computer and data link systems that connected radar sites, air control centers, and weapons systems into an integrated air defense network. The detachment's work laid the foundation for today's modern networked warfare architecture. Perfect For: Marine Tactical Data Systems veterans, MACS-4 and MACG personnel, Marine aviation data link operators, and tactical data system heritage collectors. Data Links — Connecting the Fight.
