In article , Otis Willie
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Legendary fighter ace inspires young troops during Kunsan visit

(EXCERPT) , By Franklin Fisher, Stars and Stripes Pacific edition,
Monday, September 29, 2003

OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea — An American fighter ace who downed 17
enemy planes in two wars was in Korea last week to spend time with the
Air Force fighter wing he once commanded.

Robin Olds, a retired brigadier general, now 81, came to Kunsan Air
Base for a three-day visit with the 8th Fighter Wing, which regards
him as a “living legend.” He talked to airmen, fielded questions,
dined and played golf.

During World War II, Olds shot down 13 Germa...
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As a Major, he commanded No. 1(F) Squadron, RAF, from March to October
1949. The squadron was based at Tangmere, flying the Meteor F.4.
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