Aerial Gunner
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The World War II U.S. Army Air Forces Aerial Gunner Wings symbolize one of the most dangerous and decisive roles of the air war!
Worn by enlisted aircrew who defended American bombers from enemy fighters, the wings represent courage under fire, technical mastery, and unwavering commitment to the mission—often at extreme altitude, in freezing temperatures, and against overwhelming odds.
Aerial Gunners served aboard bombers like the B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-29 Superfortress, manning machine guns and cannons to protect crews during long, exposed missions deep into enemy territory.
Their mission was stark and unforgiving: defend the aircraft, protect the formation, and ensure the bombers reached the target—and returned home. Casualty rates among gunners were among the highest in the war.
The heritage of the Aerial Gunner is written in the skies over Europe and the Pacific, where bomber streams faced relentless attack. These Airmen stood their ground in open gun positions, absorbing the shock of combat so the mission could continue. Their actions directly enabled strategic bombing campaigns that hastened the end of the war.
Today, they stand as a lasting tribute to the enlisted aircrew whose vigilance, sacrifice, and resolve helped secure air superiority when it mattered most.
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