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

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