Chuck Yeager

The man who broke the speed of sound is all over the news these days. Yes, Chuck Yeager is an aviation legend whose name and accomplishment continue to sound out to the ends of the globe. It was Chuck Yeager who in 1947 as a test pilot broke the speed of sound. He also was a war hero. His list of medals and commendations include:

Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross
Purple Heart
Air medal
Presidential Medal of Freedom
World War II Victory Medal

The above citations are only a partial list, this guy is a living legend and a true American hero.

Chuck Yeager suprisingly never attended college yet no one doubts his intellect and wisdom. Chuck is considered by many to be the greatest pilot of all time.

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