surprise found

[delibes]

Hi everyone,

I found in a pilotalbum tucked away behind a big picture this little flag.
It looks handmade and i think maybe to put on their lifejacket.
Correct me if i am wrong.

Regards
Delibes

[Nick Komiya]

Depends on the size. The one for the upper right arm of the flight jacket was 10x10 cm, for the top of the flight helm was 8x8cm, on the parachute harness was 12x12cm and one for the back of the life vest was 7x4cm. These were introduced on 30th April 1945 after Japanese farmers in the Yokohama area ended up killing a Japanese pilot by mistake, who had to bail after intercepting B-29 bombers. This nationality ID was adopted by both the army and navy pilots. These were sewn on or painted on.

[delibes]

Ok thank you for giving me the sizes nick. I learn mutch with your knowledge!!!
Pity it is not the right size it is 12x15 cm so maybe something patriotic. But i like this one handmade first one that i have in my collection.

Regards
Delibes