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The Aerial Gunner badge was authorized on April 29, 1943. The design of the wing shell in the center of the badge was copied from the Aerial Gunner Award established in 1926.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type AWARDS-Insignia Physical Description United States Army Air Force Aerial Gunner's Badge; two piece stamped silver wings with applied winged bullet in center of badge; pin back; regulation size for wear on uniform coat or tunic. Dimensions 3-D: 7.6 × 0.6 × 2.4cm (3 × 1/4 × 15/16 in.)
 Materials Sterling Silver
Protective Coating
Copper Alloy
Solder
 Inventory Number A19711274000 Credit Line Donated by the Institute of Aeronautical Sciences, Inc. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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