Retired general talks U.S. airmen rescue and reflects on his own plane being shot down in 1999
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A retired general discussed the rescue of two U.S. airmen in Iran after their jet was shot down.
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Retired Gen. David Goldfein discussed the rescue of two U.S. airmen in Iran with "CBS Mornings" after their fighter jet was shot down on Friday. Goldfein provided details on the recent operation, drawing parallels to his own experience of being shot down in 1999. His personal history as a pilot shot down over Serbia offers a unique perspective on the dangers and complexities of such missions. The interview highlights the ongoing risks faced by U.S. military personnel in conflict zones. Goldfein's insights connect current events with historical military operations.
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