Ep.114 – Korean Air War with Michael Napier

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Ep.114 – Korean Air War with Michael Napier

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Apr 4, 2021

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We are joined by retired fast jet and airline pilot and internationally acclaimed author Michael Napier to talk about his latest book 'Korean Air War – Sabres, Migs and Meteors 1950-1953'.

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Apr 4, 2021

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Ep.114 – Korean Air War with Michael Napier

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