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: 2.5 × 7.9 × 0.5cm (1 × 3 1/8 × 3/16 in.)
Materials
Copper Alloy
Silver Alloy
Inventory Number
A19851898000
Credit Line
Donated by Capt. M. A. C. and Rebecca Johnson
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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