Symbols and Mottos
Both Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings have selected certain colors, mottos, and symbols to represent the goals and ideals of their organizations.
Arnold Air Society
In recognition of the ideals of General Arnold, and to remind all AAS members of the ideals and mission of the Arnold Air Society, the following symbols were adopted:
Colors
The colors of Arnold Air Society are red, white, blue, and yellow-orange.
Motto
“The warrior who cultivates his mind, polishes his arms.” Duc de Boufflers
Symbol
The symbol of the Arnold Air Society is a pair of gold wings set to either side of a white star containing a red ball. The wings are set above two blue wreaths, bearing the inscription “Arnold Air Society.” The gold wings signify courage; the white star signifies purity; the red ball stands for the blood shed by American fighting men; the blue symbolizes the sky.
Flower
The official flower of the Arnold Air Society is the Crimson Glory Rose.
Silver Wings
Colors
The colors of Silver Wings are blue and white.
Motto
“Knowledge, wisdom, and the courage to serve.”
Symbol
The Silver Wings crest is a double wing, pointing upward, with a shield of the United States and a torch superimposed on the shield. A band under the shield bears the words “Silver Wings.”
Flower
The official flower of Silver Wings is the white rose.