Passing of Heros (II)
If you haven’t already, you need to go to Pinch’s site and read the AAR of the memorial service held for BGEN Robin Olds, USAF-Ret. A rare bird in his time, unfortunately probably more so now. Go. Read. Remember.
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Thanks for the link, SJS.
Nice tribute to a warrior. I remember reading his exploits in VietNam when I was still in high school.