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War Hero – Test Pilot MGEN Robert M. 'Bob' White ( b. July 6, 1924 - d. March 17, 2010 )
The first man to fly Mach 4, Mach 5 & Mach 6 The first to fly above 200,000’ The first above 300,000’ The first to exceed 3,000 mph The first to fly a winged vehicle into space WWII fighter pilot and POW Awarded the Air Force Cross in Viet Nam - the USAF’s second highest honor The First Winged Aircraft into Space Flight Major General Robert M. White (USAF – Ret) as told to Al Hallonquist Read the article X-15 Space Pioneers Honored as Astronauts View the news release
It is with great pride we announce the induction of MGEN Robert M. White Visit these Discussion Groups to learn more about Space Collectibles and Aviation History Space links and articles The Ultimate Space Guide Flight Journal The Aviation Adventure - Past Present and Future |
At 11:55PM on 03/17/2010, the world lost a true hero and legend. The old Irishman went home on St. Patricks Day. Please join us in sending prayers and best wishes to the children and family of this legend. 