Ace Gen. Ritchie's T-38

Brigadier General Richard Stephen "Steve" Ritchie (born June 25, 1942 in Reidsville, North Carolina) was an officer in the United States Air Force and the Colorado Air National Guard, and a general officer in the Air Force Reserve. Ritchie joined Navy Commander Randy Cunningham as the only two pilots (along with three airborne weapons officers) among the five American aces during the Vietnam War. Ritchie is a recipient of the Air Force Cross, the second highest military decoration that can be awarded to a member of the United States Air Force.
Birth name Richard Stephen Ritchie
Nickname(s) Steve
Born June 25, 1942 (age 75)
Reidsville, North Carolina, U.S.
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Air Force
Years of service 1964–1999
Rank Brigadier General
Battles/wars Vietnam War
Awards Air Force Cross
Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star (4)
Distinguished Flying Cross (10)
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Medal (25)
Mackay Trophy
Jabara Award
Other work Congressional candidate
motivational speaker
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Stephen_Ritchie