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Flying Tiger Ace: The Story of Bill Reed, China’s Shining Mark

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Bill Reed had it all: brains, looks, athleticism, courage, and a talent for leadership. After a challenging childhood in Depression-era Iowa, Reed joined the U.S. Army Air Corps, but

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