WW1 French Air Force Pilot Kepi Cap Badge Gull / Albatross tank regiment insignia or educators focused on 1930s-era

or educators focused on 1930s-era Third Reich propaganda

Die cast bronze with lug mounts

enameled central shield with central emblem of a globe

embroidered in golden-bullion thread on a dark navy blue/black background

An original war economy cap badge of The Royal Northumberland Fusiliers

WW1 French Air Force Pilot Kepi Cap Badge Gull / Albatross tank regiment insignia or educators focused on 1930s-eraAn original and rare French Air Force (Aeronautique Militaire) officer's Kepi cap gull or albatross. A French private purchase badge in the art nouveau style. Worn by aviators before standardised insignia was introduced. Typically worn in the early war years. 84 mm wingspan. Bronze alloy construction. Gilded finish. Reverse with pin and catch. No visible maker marks. Very good condition.