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Full Interview to Premiere January 20th, 2023
George Merritt is the author of “Cheating Death and A-1 Skyraider Search and Rescue.” In this interview, he tells the amazing story of how he became a Skyraider Pilot and goes into detail in the Rescue of Streetcar 304. This video is a must-watch for anyone with an interest in military history or survival stories.
George Merritt is a fascinating person with an incredible story. George was a highly skilled test pilot flying at Ewards Airforce Base. Flying jets that exceeded Mach 2 before he was sent to Vietnam. He flew more than one hundred combat missions in the A-1 Skyraider, nicknamed the “Spad” or “Sandy” as it was referred to on Rescue Missions. His experience and skill were invaluable assets to the American war effort in Vietnam, and he is remembered as a brave and dedicated serviceman. George is also known for being an accomplished author and is well-known in the aviation community for his book “Cheating Death” It is one of my favorite books.
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Wow, very moving story. I enjoyed the interview and will look for his book. Welcome home Mr. Merritt.
Great story… amazing stuff. Thanks for sharing.