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The 20 Fighter Command 20C1(A/b, c) is an authentic WWII era military collectible. This piece was manufactured by GEMSCO and bears authentic hallmarks: "GEMSCO" ~6mm over "N.Y." (raised). Collectors often search for this type of item as a military collectible, also known as DUI, DI, Crest. This WWII period piece is highly sought after by military memorabilia enthusiasts and historians.
20th Fighter Command 1940–1947 (World War II) The 20th Fighter Command was constituted on 4 October 1944 and activated on 27 October 1944. It was assigned to the Twentieth Air Force and headquartered at Kadena Airfield, Okinawa. The command was responsible for directing fighter operations in the Pacific Theater, particularly in support of the strategic bombing campaign against Japan. Its subordinate units included several fighter groups equipped with P-47 Thunderbolts and P-51 Mustangs, which provided escort for B-29 Superfortress bombers and conducted ground attack missions. The 20th Fighter Command played a significant role in the final air operations over Japan, contributing to the weakening of Japanese air defenses and supporting the overall Allied victory in the Pacific. The command was inactivated on 1 December 1945 following the end of hostilities. References (AMA) Wikipedia contributors. Twentieth Air Force. n.d. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twentieth_Air_Force GlobalSecurity.org. 20th Fighter Command. n.d. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/agency/usaf/20af.htm