France, Republic. An Army Air Pilot's Qualification Badge, No. 34289, C.1918 Auction Naval Minesweeper Badge 1940 -

Naval Minesweeper Badge 1940 - In tombac

Recruits drawn from skilled railway workers across the country were organized into the 239th Overseas Railway Construction Battalion

On all occasions he has carried out his duties with the greatest steadiness and total disregard for his personal safety

Second Class Order (Gold)

France, Republic. An Army Air Pilot's Qualification Badge, No. 34289, C.1918 Auction Naval Minesweeper Badge 1940 -A rare WWI French Pilot's Badge in silver, consisting of two gilded wings superimposed on a silver laurel wreath, surmounted by a five pointed star in gilt, plain reverse with two catches, numbered 34289, measuring 55. 07 mm (w) x 40. 82 mm (h), light contact and surface wear, very fine. Footnote: Likely WW1 French Pilot wing badge awarded to Americans who received their training in France.