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United States Army Air Forces shoulder sleeve insignia
Summary
- On an ultramarine disk (2 5/8 inches diameter) is imposed in the lower segment a white star , 1 1/8 inch point to point, with a red disk superimposed and covering the entire center of the star. Surmounting the star are two gold stylized wings extending upward and outward at 45 degrees.
Symbolism
- The ultramarine disk represents the sky and air, the medium in which the Air Force operates.
- The white star with red disk has been the identifying symbol of the U.S. Army airplane since its inception.
- The golden wings surmounting the star are an indication of victorious operations.
Background
The insignia was authorized for wear by AAF Regulation 35-11 dated March 21, 1942.
The use of the insignia was discontinued after the Air Force was established as a separate Service under the National Security Act of 1947 .
Licensing
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This image shows a
flag
, a
coat of arms
, a
seal
or some other official
insignia
produced by the
United States Army Institute of Heraldry
. It is in the
public domain
but its use is restricted by
Title 18, United States Code, Section 704
[1]
and the
Code of Federal Regulations (32 CFR, Part 507)
[2]
,
[3]
. Permission to use these images in the USA for most commercial purposes must be obtained from The Institute of Heraldry prior to their use.
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