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The Flying Tigers At
Celebrate
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THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON
APRIL 10, 1992
The pilots of the American Volunteer Group,
the first Americans to see action against the Japanese, demonstrated
their daring and skill less than two weeks after the United States
entered World War II. You took a strong stand against tyranny in
behalf of the Chinese people, and your brave defense of the cause of
liberty added a legendary chapter to our Nation's Military history.
Americans dubbed your tiny force the "Flying Tigers," out of pride
for your courage in battle and admiration for your success against a
powerful enemy-- and what an astounding success it was.
The enemy soon learned to fear the roar of
America's Flying Tigers. The record that you amassed in the 10 weeks
that you battled over Rangoon, destroying more than 200 enemy planes
while losing only 16 of your own, still stands as a marvel in
military aviation history. Your brave exploits led the way to even
greater victories in the Pacific Theater, and you can be rightly
proud of the contributions of the Flying Tigers to the ultimate
triumph of the Allied Forces in World War II. You have earned the
lasting gratitude of the American people, and your sacrifices will
never be forgotten.
Barbara joins me in sending best wishes to you
for a wonderful event and for many happy reunions in the years to
come. God Bless You.
George Bush
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"Flying Tiger" Lt. Bill Slaughter and
other members of this incredible unit were on hand for Celebrate Freddom 2003 at
their World War II P-40 fighter to sign autographs and to share their wartime
memories with the public.
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Do not miss this opportunity to meet some
of America's most skilled pilots and heroes who fought to protect our
nations freedom.
To learn more about the "Flying Tigers",
visit there site:
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