The Rescue of Roger Locher

English: Captain Roger Locher returns to Udorn...

English: Captain Roger Locher returns to Udorn Air Force Base in Thailand, greeted by General John W. Vogt, Seven Air Force Commander. Locher was retrieved from behind enemy lines only miles ( ) from Hanoi after 23 days evading capture. Digital version available Fast Movers (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

This is a video of Air Force General Steve Ritchie telling of the incredible rescue of one of our pilots during the Vietnam War.  It’s also a story about the teamwork necessary to bring this off, and the loyalty and affection that men in the service of their country have for one another.

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