S4 [ENCORE] - World War II Aviation Stories: An American “ghost pilot,” and the Japanese fighter pilot who became a god in Tainan 台南
The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files
Ghost Planes and Forgotten Heroes
This chapter explores the remarkable yet contested history of an American fighter ace during World War II, including his legendary encounter with a ghost plane and the fallout of U.S. military failures in the Philippines. It also highlights the resilience of General Jonathan Wainwright and introduces the evocative tale of ghost pilot Cheryl Korn, who embodies the spirit of resistance despite overwhelming odds.
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