Brig. Gen. Robin Olds: WWII & Vietnam Pilot (Part II)

Olds describes his experiences in Vietnam, his most memorable dogfight, and more.  – Brigadier General Robin Olds is a triple ace fighter pilot who shot down a total of 17 enemy aircraft during World War II and Vietnam. He flew all sorts of aircrafts, including P-38s, P-51s, P-80s and F-4s during his tenure. By the time he retired, Olds had collected numerous decorations, including the Air Force Cross, Distinguished Service Medal, the French Croix de Guerre, and the British Distinguished Flying Cross.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices