United States. A pair of US Army Air Force Badges, c. 1943 Republic of 74 mm (w) x 61

74 mm (w) x 61

Very attractive and superbly made Badge

It was instituted on April 1

with an additional narrow pocket on the lower right flap

describes the perils of the crew: "Twenty-seven happy men arrived in Boston harbor

United States. A pair of US Army Air Force Badges, c. 1943 Republic of 74 mm (w) x 611. Liaison Pilot Flight Badge, in silver, obverse shows spread wings, centre shows L on shield, 23. 1 mm (h) x 75. 7 mm (w), reverse stamped with STERLING and hallmarked by Meyer, evidence of scratch and wear on reverse, extremely fine condition. 2. Aerial Gunner Badge, in silver, obverse shows spread wings, centre shows winged bullet, 23. 1 mm (h) x 75. 7 mm (w), vertical pinback, reverse stamped with STERLING and Meyer mark, slight evidence of wear,