China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Hold Footnote: Founded on 26 September

Footnote: Founded on 26 September 1916

1201” and “24

measuring 29 mm (w) x 40

a near extremely fine coin of historic importance

China, Republic. A Rare National Aviation Corporation (Cnac) Cap Badge, C.1944 Hold Footnote: Founded on 26 SeptemberIn 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.