Renowned Triple Ace leaves historic legacy
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robert Olds is rated a triple ace, having shot down more than 15 enemy aircraft during World War II and the Vietnam War. To honor Olds and other fighter pilots for their heroic military service and defense of our country’s freedom throughout the history of aviation warfare, the American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2014 awarded a gold medal to American Fighter Aces collectively. (U.S. Air Force photo)