Russian Yak 11 "Moose" airplane hat pin

Description

Russian Yak 11 "Moose"  hat pin - in French Normandie Squadron colors. The Yakolev 11 is a post WWII (1946-1949) trainer derivative of the famous Yak-3 fighter.  About 40 of these were brought to France from Egypt in derelict condition, but many of these are now rebuilt with Allison engines as Yak-3 types while many fly original engines or American radials such as the R-2000.  Some are air racers at the Reno Air Races.  Magnificent hotrod of an airplane!