The American Volunteer Group, a flying formation known as the "Flying Tigers" because of the bared fangs painted on the noses of their fighters, was the brainchild of Captain Claire Chennault, a retired US Army Air Corps officer and advisor to the Chinese government prior to Pearl Harbor. The "Flying Tigers" were all volunteer pilots and per Chinese agreement, they operated in China against the invading Japanese military amassing an astounding record of success fighting the Japanese air force. Listen to Dan Petach relay the amazing story of the AVG and it's history into its induction into the US Army Air force in December 1941, 70 years ago to date. Displays of vintage photos and period memorabilia will supplement the presentation.
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