EDDIE RICKENBACKER - AN AMERICAN HERO

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Edward Vernon Rickenbacker (October 8, 1890 – July 23, 1973) was an American fighter ace in World War I and Medal of Honor recipient. With 26 aerial victories, he was America's most successful fighter ace in the war. He was also a race car driver and automotive designer, a government consultant in military matters and a pioneer in air transportation, particularly as the longtime head of Eastern Air Lines.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Rickenbacker
http://www.historynet.com/captain-eddie-rickenbacker-americas-world-war-i-ace-of-aces.htm
http://www.homeofheroes.com/moh/citations_1918_wwi/rickenbacker_eddie.html