Summary: He was the greatest fighter pilot that ever served with the United States armed forces. A quiet and unassuming man who, even when he had more kills than the fabled Eddie Rickenbacker, insisted on going back into combat. A remarkable pilot whose life was brought to a sadly early end.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Images under Creative Commons Licence with thanks to US Gov, USAF and Mikejfm.
