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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