Eddie Rickenbacker

Eddie Rickenbacker

Edward Vernon Rickenbacker (October 8, 1890 – July 23, 1973) was an American fighter ace in World War I and Medal of Honor recipient. He was also a race car driver and automotive designer, a government consultant in military matters and a pioneer in air transportation, particularly as the longtime head of Eastern Air Lines.

Read more about Eddie Rickenbacker:  Early Life, Between The Wars, World War II, Later Life, Cultural References, Rickenbacker Guitars

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