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About The Book
...a burning desire to fly
At 99 years old Colonel Cone lived through nearly a century of change, challenge and courage. In this deeply personal and richly detailed autobiography, he reflects on a life shaped by duty, service, and unwavering values. From the battle fields of Korea and Vietnam to the boardrooms, church pews, and community halls of post war America, his story is more than a memoir – it is a legacy
About The Author
Charles Cone
Charles Cone achieved the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Air Force after serving 30 years in the military, 6 of which were in the U.S. Navy commencing in 1944. He has many military awards with 2 Legion of Merits, an Air Medal, and Presidential Unit Citation. As a veteran of 3 wars, he is in demand as parade marshal of numerous parades in surrounding communities on various national holidays. He has a BS from Ohio State University and a MS in Computer Science from Texas A&M University.
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...a burning desire to fly
“Welcome aboard—where passion meets the skies and a burning desire to fly takes flight.”
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