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General James R. Brickel
Then-Lt. Col. James R. Brickel, one of the top reconnaissance pilots of the Vietnam War, is shown here on March 10, 1967 after a photo mission over the Thai Nhuyen steel mill. During the flight, his aircraft was hit by an 85mm shell which damaged the left engine and aileron. Bickel retired with the rank of General. (General James Brickel)
