Captain Jack's Harrowing Tale: Combat, Capture, and Courage Aboard the USS Midway
12/10/24
This engaging video presents the compelling story of Captain Jack, a veteran and former radar intercept officer on the USS Midway. Starting his service in 1965, Captain Jack quickly moved to flying combat missions in Vietnam. His narrative includes dramatic recounts of aerial combat, downing enemy MiGs, and a life-changing ejection and subsequent capture that led to him becoming a prisoner of war at the notorious Hanoi Hilton. His resilience and perspective are a testament to the human spirit and the sacrifices made for freedom.