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Fighting the Flying Circus

Fighting the Flying Circus

By: Eddie Rickenbacker
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Join us as we dive into the gripping memoirs of Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, a Medal of Honor recipient and legendary American aviator. As the commander of the 94th Hat-in-the-Ring Squadron, Rickenbacker led his men to achieve the highest number of air victories of any American squadron during World War I. The flying circus referenced in the title alludes to the infamous German squadron commanded by the legendary Red Baron, Manfred von Richthofen. Experience the thrilling tales of aerial combat and camaraderie as Rickenbacker recounts his extraordinary journey. (Introduction by Brett W. Downey)Copyright Plays and Dramas Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Literary History & Criticism World
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  • 036 - Last Victory Of The Great War

    036 - Last Victory Of The Great War
    Jan 14 2026
    Join us as we dive into the gripping memoirs of Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, a Medal of Honor recipient and legendary American aviator. As the commander of the 94th Hat-in-the-Ring Squadron, Rickenbacker led his men to achieve the highest number of air victories of any American squadron during World War I. The flying circus referenced in the title alludes to the infamous German squadron commanded by the legendary Red Baron, Manfred von Richthofen. Experience the thrilling tales of aerial combat and camaraderie as Rickenbacker recounts his extraordinary journey. (Introduction by Brett W. Downey)
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    17 mins
  • 035 - The End Draws Near

    035 - The End Draws Near
    Jan 13 2026
    Join us as we dive into the gripping memoirs of Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, a Medal of Honor recipient and legendary American aviator. As the commander of the 94th Hat-in-the-Ring Squadron, Rickenbacker led his men to achieve the highest number of air victories of any American squadron during World War I. The flying circus referenced in the title alludes to the infamous German squadron commanded by the legendary Red Baron, Manfred von Richthofen. Experience the thrilling tales of aerial combat and camaraderie as Rickenbacker recounts his extraordinary journey. (Introduction by Brett W. Downey)
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    17 mins
  • 034 - An Over-zealous Ally

    034 - An Over-zealous Ally
    Jan 12 2026
    Join us as we dive into the gripping memoirs of Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, a Medal of Honor recipient and legendary American aviator. As the commander of the 94th Hat-in-the-Ring Squadron, Rickenbacker led his men to achieve the highest number of air victories of any American squadron during World War I. The flying circus referenced in the title alludes to the infamous German squadron commanded by the legendary Red Baron, Manfred von Richthofen. Experience the thrilling tales of aerial combat and camaraderie as Rickenbacker recounts his extraordinary journey. (Introduction by Brett W. Downey)
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    16 mins
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