USAAF Roundel Insignia - Historical Military Aircraft Marking #3263189 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) national insignia, commonly known as the “star and bar” marking, used from 1942 to 1947. It features a white five-pointed star centered in a blue circular field, flanked horizontally by two rectangular bars-each composed of red, white, and blue stripes. The design was standardized to improve aircraft identification and reduce friendly fire incidents during WWII.

This image is typically used on historical aviation websites, military museums, educational resources, and model aircraft hobbyist sites. It serves users seeking visual references for WWII-era U.S. aircraft markings, restoration projects, or academic research on military insignia evolution.