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Flying Tigers

Military
The First American Volunteer Group 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,... Wikipedia
Founded: 1941
Commander: Claire L. Chennault
Active: April 1941 – 4 July 1942; Became China Air Task Force in July 1942
Nickname(s): The Flying Tigers
Size: 3 squadrons; 60 aircraft average