Flying the A4 Skyhawk and Bronco Fighter Jets
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Grades: 6 - 12
Video Description: New January 2023! View archival military footage of the planes in action as a Vietnam era pilot describes what it was like to fly the A4 Skyhawk and Bronco fighter jets during his tour of duty.
Type of Video: Segment*
Unique Video ID: Miitary-87**
Quick Ideas for Using the Video:
- The USS Missouri also played an important role in WW II. Have your students find out what it was.
- What kind of concussion is Mr. Munsell describing?
To learn more about Vietnam, check out the full program this segment is edited from: History in the First Person: Veterans Day 2015 – Vietnam. (Unique ID: Military-11)
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