Description: The First American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Republic of China Air Force, nicknamed the Flying Tigers, was formed to help oppose the Japanese invasion of China. Operating in 1941–1942, it was composed of pilots from the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC), Navy (USN), and Marine Corps (USMC), and was commanded by Claire Lee Chennault. Their Curtis P-40B Warhawk aircraft, marked with Chinese colors, flew under American control. Recruited under President Franklin Roosevelt's authority before Pearl Harbor, their mission was to bomb Japan and defend the Republic of China, but many delays meant the AVG first flew in combat after the US and Japan declared war. This version of the Flying tiger emblem was originally created by Walt Disney. Here the embossed leather leaping tiger version has been faithfully reproduced by the seller. Approx. dimensions14 cm x 8 cm For customers in the U.K., postage is by Royal Mail signed for service. This means next working day delivered to your door, no fuss. Paypal customers welcome. For overseas customers please take note that postage and delivery this dealt with through ebays GSP (Global shipping program). I have had many customers used this service and it seems to work well. Return is 30 days in original condition and at the buyers expense. This patch is a true investment for a life time as they can be fixed to leather jackets garments or bags etc. This item is a great reproduction example of WWII USAAC aviation history. It is an enduring investment that can last a life time... It has been painstakingly hand finished. It has a small border to enable the user to attach it to a leather jacket (A-2 perhaps) or other similar garment. Buy two or more items from the shop and ask for single order shipping. This many be useful for overseas customers. "So.. on every fighting front you'll be seen as ahead of the rest!" To see further items from this seller, take a look at the A-2-Art store or click here. Thanks for looking..
Price: 37 GBP
Location: Watford Hertfordshire
End Time: 2024-08-10T18:10:05.000Z
Shipping Cost: 22.6 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Type: Patches
Country/ Organization: United States
Service: Air Force
Era: 1914-1945
Clothing Type: Jackets
Conflict: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Theme: Militaria
