World History Archive May 2016 59-69
EN_01212690_0043
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Blood Chits, also called Identification or Rescue Flags, were designed to provide rapid identification of a downed flyer and facilitate assistance from local allies encountered.. A 'blood chit' issued to the American Volunteer Group :Flying Tigers. The Chinese characters read vertically from right to left: This foreign person has come to China to help in the war effort. Soldiers and civilians, one and all, should rescue, protect, and provide him medical care.
2016-05-17
East News
Image Asset Management
WHA_067_0043
2,5MB
34cm x 44cm by 300dpi
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