Secrets of the Arsenal

Vietnam Helo Pilot and His Lucky Charm

Geoff meets with former helicopter pilot Lt. Col. Hugh Mills (Ret.), who was shot down 16 times over Vietnam during the course of his three tours of flying as a low level scout during the Vietnam War.

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