Aviators showed extreme courage in face of Soviet-supplied North Vietnamese defenses that created ‘most sophisticated and intense anti-air environment ever’The contretemps over Donald Trump’s dismissal of Senator John McCain’s military heroism has overlooked the circumstances that invent it resonate throughout the military: not just McCain’s ability to endure torture, but the tremendously dangerous bombing mission that led him into five and a half years of North Vietnamese captivity. Related: John McCain: Trump's 'offensive' comment merits apology to military families Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com