China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Archive As a patrol leader

As a patrol leader

Replacement ribbon

one marked "United States"

Petty Officer’s Bronzed cap badge

His medals indicate that he served at least six months in England before his unit participated in the liberation of Europe

China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Archive As a patrol leaderIn die stamped bronze, unmarked, measuring 55. 5 mm (w) x 51. 8 mm (h), missing its attachments, exhibiting contact marks and surface wear from active use, fine. Footnote: The China National Aviation Corporation was formed in 1929. They pioneered "The Hump" routes over the Himalayas and helped airlift military equipment and personnel during the days of the war. Several Flying Tiger pilots flew with the CNAC after the original group broke up in 1942.