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Lot #286
Claire L. Chennault

Legendary organizer of the famed Flying Tigers

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Legendary organizer of the famed Flying Tigers

Air Force general (1893–1958) who commanded the famous Flying Tigers during World War II. Vintage 9 x 7 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To M. Sgt. W. T. Walton, with best wishes, C. L. Chennault.” Matted and framed with a scarce original theatre-made silk Flying Tiger patch and original CBI patch to an overall size of 15.25 x 9. Accompanied by a set of 3″ sterling World War II Command Pilot Wings marked on the back by Robbins Manufacturing. In very good condition, with scattered light silvering, heavier to edges, and scattered light creases and surface marks. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #344 - Ended April 15, 2009