Joe Foss, Flying Marine

""Joe Foss, Flying Marine: The Story Of His Flying Circus"" is a biography written by Walter Simmons that tells the story of Joseph Jacob ""Joe"" Foss, a decorated World War II fighter pilot and politician. The book chronicles Foss's life from his childhood in South Dakota to his time as a Marine Corps aviator during World War II, where he earned the Medal of Honor for his bravery in combat. After the war, Foss became a successful businessman and eventually entered politics, serving as the governor of South Dakota and later as the first commissioner of the American Football League. Throughout his life, Foss was known for his love of flying and his passion for sharing the joy of aviation with others. The book delves into Foss's personal life, his military career, and his contributions to the aviation industry, painting a vivid portrait of a remarkable man who lived an extraordinary life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.