China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Hold 1201” and “24

1201” and “24

Directly below is an Oberschütze rank pip

including piping competitions

A well-preserved oil on canvas painting of St

over an outline of three “onion domes” (probably symbolizing St

China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Hold 1201” and “24In 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.