Learning From Our Nations Hero's - Naval Aviators Reunion - Class of 1958 (28-58)

Nov 28, 2022

01:04:53

Show Notes:

Special thanks to the guests of Pensacola Naval Air Station class 1958 (28-58) for their time and insight.

(13:15) What was America like in 1958 when you were entering the military? What was the world like?
(18:27) Dub recalls meeting and hanging out with Elvis Presley in Kilgore, Texas.
(23:00) Advice and words of encouragement to young people and to the country during a time of division.
- Capitalism vs. Socialism
- Problems with the media
- America needs energy independence
(35:00) Dub recalls classmate Bob Flynn who was a prisoner of war during the Vietnam war and his "six principles" that helped him survive 5.5 years in prison all of which were in solitary confinement.
- #1 God
- #2 Duty
- #3 Honor
- #4 Country
- #5 Family
- #6 Self
(37:00) How to make decisions in life.
(42:00) Capt Bill Solms gives a warning about China, debt, and a divided America.
"You can't be afraid to fail." - Rodney Neibauer
(47:00) Capt Bill Solms decides to do a loop - "The smartest thing I did was start that at 20,000 feet!"
An old aviator saying, "Three things a pilot does not need; Altitude above you, runway behind you, and fuel left in the truck!"
Advice for parents raising kids.
(56:00) If you could give a state of the union address to the American people what would say?
- Why optimism is a difference maker!
(1:02:45) - Bob Dickie's "call to action" for the men and women who are enjoying freedom today!