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"The Amazing Story of Archibald Mathies: A Legacy of Sacrifice and Heroism"
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"The Amazing Story of Archibald Mathies: A Legacy of Sacrifice and Heroism"

Attempting to land the aircraft, Mathies made two unsuccessful attempts before the bomber crashed in an open field on the third attempt, tragically killing him, the navigator, and the pilot.

Ted Williams: A Baseball Star Turned Fighter Pilot
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Ted Williams: A Baseball Star Turned Fighter Pilot

Williams flew his first combat mission in February 1953. As a wingman in a flight of four Panthers, his role was to attack enemy supply lines, troops, and artillery positions.
Man of the Hour, Voices of Freedom story - Harold (Doug) McDougal
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Man of the Hour, Voices of Freedom story - Harold (Doug) McDougal

Our inaugural Voices of Freedom story features Harold "Doug" McDougal, whose experiences stand as a testament to courage and service. Be sure to listen to his interview after reading the brief article about him.
Chuck Yeager: The Man Who Broke the Sound Barrier
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Chuck Yeager: The Man Who Broke the Sound Barrier

On October 14, 1947, piloting the Bell X-1 rocket plane, he shattered the sound barrier, reaching a speed of Mach 1.06 (about 700 mph).
Thomas Kinsman’s Heroic Act in Vinh Long, Vietnam
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Thomas Kinsman’s Heroic Act in Vinh Long, Vietnam

As his unit engaged in intense combat with a well-entrenched Viet Cong force, he and a small group of eight soldiers became separated from the main company.
Captain Edwin Arthur Ackerman, Jr.: A Legacy of Bravery and Sacrifice
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Captain Edwin Arthur Ackerman, Jr.: A Legacy of Bravery and Sacrifice

As they moved through the darkened landscape, the unit suddenly encountered enemy forces. Rather than retreat, Ackerman boldly led his men in pursuit of the withdrawing enemy, showing complete disregard for his own safety.
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