You know that iconic shark mouth aircraft nose art we all love? It was originated by the Flying Tigers, a volunteer group of US Navy, Marines, and Army Air Corps P-40 Warhawk pilots who joined the Chinese Air Force to help defend China against Japanese Forces advancing in the Pacific during WWII. This partnership began in April 1941, before the US declared war on Germany and Japan. Following months of training, they flew their first combat mission 12 days after Pearl Harbor was hit. The Flying Tigers demonstrated remarkable tactical victories at a time when the mood in the US was low, with little hope that Japan could be defeated. The success of the American/Chinese alliance led to a boost in morale for both countries and the combat records of the Flying Tigers still exist today. Swipe left to see photos of the Flying Tigers and that famous nose art. Check out this vintage Flying Tigers sweatshirt at the @sdvintagefleamarket this Sunday ✌🏽 . . San Diego Vintage Flea Market Sunday, November 3rd, 9am-3pm Located behind the North Park Observatory 2891 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104 . . #vintagesandiego #sandiegovintage #sdvintagefleamarket #sdvintage #sandiegovintagefleamarket #fleamarket #rosebowlfleamarket #longbeachfleamarket #pasadenafleamarket #vintagemilitary #p40warhawk #flyingtigers #workwear #workwearstyle #militarystyle #wwii #ushistory #vintagetees #vintagesweatshirt #vintagecrewneck #vintagephotos #wwiiphotos https://www.instagram.com/p/B4P-YJOn4x4/?igshid=1matt7urvy6h0