Wednesday, February 2, 2011
I recently met Charles at the Ft Hudson facility. My mother is currently a resident.
A few months ago, as I was walking down the hallway, I noticed him sitting in the doorway with a P-51 ballcap on. I had to stop and talk as I was a former Navy pilot. We quickly fell into conversation about his 38 missions flown and some of his other experiences during and after the war. I googled him when I got home and found him to be a genuine war hero who flew one of the first long range P-51's. I looked forward to seeing him several times after that on each visit to my mom.
It was very sad not to find Charles in his room upon my last visit.
I know he appreciated the chance to talk flying again with a fellow aviator, and I saw the sparkle in his eyes as he recalled being a young fighter pilot.
Godspeed Charles on your final flight west!!
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