My intent of posting this is not meant to ruin your image of a great American and hero - BUT:
When I was stationed at Seymour Johnson AFB as an Airman, junior Airman at that, I made a friend at the now defunct AF hospital. Some of you may know that at one time (early 70's) General Yeager was the Wing Commander of the 4th Fighter Wing.
Eventually, he retired as a 1 star - maybe 2 - honestly I can't remember but I DO remember seeing his portrait on the wall in the hospital and FW HQ building.
My friend stated that General Yeager had retired close by, or at least I remember that frequented the base to utilize his veteran's benefits, to include medical care at the hospital. Evidently, he was not the most friendly customer at the hospital, and the staff at the time dreaded his visits. He expected to be placed at the front of the line and would not accept current policy concerning care given to patients - in other words - when I come in, I expect to place int he front of the queue. If he was not accommodated, then my friend stated he witnessed the General raise hell and demand preference.
This always stuck with me, but that makes sense. I was enlisted and dealt with the demands of commissioned personnel frequently:)
Anyways, I will checkout General Yeager's FB page. Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully,
Ammo
