The 492nd is officially known as the “Madhatters,” and to those of us in the community, they’re just the “Bolars.” A fantastic group of Americans stationed at RAF Lakenheath in England, part of the 48th Fighter Wing and under the leadership covering of our friend Colonel Rob “Blend’r” Novotny. These men and women fly the mighty Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle, and to great effect.
We are proud to say the Bolars just celebrated their 75th Anniversary, and we’re delighted to have the opportunity to share with you the video put together by the squadron to honor that milestone. It is truly a testament to the squadron’s rich history, as well as a stronger tribute to the United States of America.
Sometimes it is entirely appropriate to kill a mosquito with a sledgehammer, and we say that because it is–in essence–what President Reagan did in driving home his point. We can’t speak for everyone, but for ourselves, listening to him talk about freedom and our responsibilities as the greatest nation on earth make us proud to stand beneath the Stars and Stripes. So again, if you’re looking for motivation, look no further.
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The 492nd is officially known as the “Madhatters,” and to those of us in the community, they’re just the “Bolars.” A fantastic group of Americans stationed at RAF Lakenheath in England, part of the 48th Fighter Wing and under the leadership covering of our friend Colonel Rob “Blend’r” Novotny. These men and women fly the mighty Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle, and to great effect.
We are proud to say the Bolars just celebrated their 75th Anniversary, and we’re delighted to have the opportunity to share with you the video put together by the squadron to honor that milestone. It is truly a testament to the squadron’s rich history, as well as a stronger tribute to the United States of America.
Sometimes it is entirely appropriate to kill a mosquito with a sledgehammer, and we say that because it is–in essence–what President Reagan did in driving home his point. We can’t speak for everyone, but for ourselves, listening to him talk about freedom and our responsibilities as the greatest nation on earth make us proud to stand beneath the Stars and Stripes. So again, if you’re looking for motivation, look no further.
We’re happy to stand with our Bolar brethren as they press ahead into their next twenty-five years of dedicated service, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds.
Dropping Bombs.
Dropping Buildings.
Bolar Standard.
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