WW2 US USN Navy Ensign Shoulder Boards Insignia Pair

This pair of WW2 US USN Navy Ensign Shoulder Boards Insignia features the distinctive markings issued to United States Navy Ensigns during the Second World War. Each board consists of a black fabric base with a gold bullion stripe and a gold metal anchor device, a combination denoting the rank of Ensign (O-1) within the US Navy. Shoulder boards were integral components of Navy dress uniforms, indicating an officer’s rank and service branch. Designed to be worn on service dress or formal uniforms, these boards were attached to the uniform via integral textile loops or fasteners. The iconography and construction are specific to the WWII era, aligning with uniform regulations in place during the early-to-mid 1940s. This insignia pair is representative of items worn by newly commissioned officers and is notable for its distinctive design and association with naval history during the global conflict of World War II.