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Dangerous Missions

Documentary on dangerous military occupations in various wars in which servicemen are extremely hazardous duty.

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Beau Billingslea
Narrator
Jason Richards
Narrator
Paul W. Miraldi
Scout Sniper

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Episode 4

Wild Weasels

Wed, Feb 24, 1999

The Wild Weasel mission began during the Vietnam war to defend attacking aircraft from surface to air missiles. As the first in and last out of the battle zone Wild Weasel pilots faced tremendous risk. This program describes the evolution of the mission from sitting duck decoys to highly effective anti-radiation interdiction with the focus on the incredible courage of the flyers.

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American Originals: Dangerous Missions: Vol 6
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