China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Auction When applied

When applied

(Médaille d’Honneur de la Société Française de Sauvetage)

1936-1938 Variant

It was organized that month at Camp Sherman

China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Auction When appliedIn 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.