US Air Force Sgt. John Levitow: Unbelievable Heroism during the Vietnam War #history #podcast #usa

USAF Sgt. John Levitow displayed uncommon valor while serving aboard Spooky 71, as a loadmaster during the Vietnam War. Badly wounded and facing certain death, John heroically pushed away his fears and saved the nine men aboard the aircraft. For his actions that day, John earned the Medal of Honor and I am honored to tell you his story.

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