US NAAFW Wings 1940s – Amico Sterling . W290

United States National Association of Air Force Women (N.A.A.F.W.) Wings. Marker marked on back Amico and Sterling marked. Pin back. Size approximately 2 inches across. 1940s era. Worn condition.

Additional Notes: The United States NAAFW Wings refer to insignia associated with the National Association of Air Force Women (NAAFW) during WW2. These wings were often crafted in sterling silver and featured a design with an enamel center, showcasing a star and the letters “NAAFW.” They were typically pin-back and measured about 2 inches across. The National Association of Air Force Women (NAAFW) was an organization that emerged after WW2. It was primarily composed of former Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) and other women who had served in the Air Force. The NAAFW functioned as a fraternal organization, fostering camaraderie among its members and preserving the legacy of women in military aviation. While the NAAFW itself was not directly active during WW2, its members were often veterans of the war, particularly those who had been part of the WASP program. The WASPs were a pioneering group of women who flew non-combat missions to free up male pilots for combat roles, making significant contributions to the war effort.

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