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**XcYZ** · #1 11-30-2009, 07:18 AM

www.asb.tv/videos/view.php?v=1bf99434

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Filmmaker and P-51 Mustang Pilot Chris Woods has put together a wonderful film that captures the emotional reunion between a humble WWII Mustang ace (Jim Brooks) and the historic plane he thought he'd never see again.

Inspired by the flood of memories triggered by this unimaginable encounter with a long lost friend, the 88-year old pilot finally breaks his silence, sharing his stories and experiences of war with the grandchildren who never thought they'd hear them.

Wood's interviews with Brooks, his grandchildren, and other airmen who were touched by the Mustang's role in history are cut together to create a compelling narrative that is framed in stunning high-definition photography.

**GregWeld** · #2 11-30-2009, 08:04 AM

That was/is so kool! I have to admit tearing up... We owe so much to these guys. Thanks for sharing!

**camcojb** · #3 11-30-2009, 08:09 AM

that was great, thanks Scott.

Jody

**camcojb** · #4 11-30-2009, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by GregWeld

That was/is so kool! I have to admit tearing up... We owe so much to these guys. Thanks for sharing!

yeah, me too, I guess tearing up is part of getting old................

Thank God for those guys.

Bow Tie 67 · #5 11-30-2009, 09:30 AM

Great video, talk about the ultimate antique.

rwhite692 · #6 11-30-2009, 11:10 AM

Dammit...I got something in my eye...

69MyWay · #7 11-30-2009, 11:24 AM

Wow - kind of reinforces what we already know about the connection between man and machine.

They dont' make guys like him anymore. This world was still a very dangerious place, but was just that much safter when guys like Jim were on watch.

**Ricochet** · #8 11-30-2009, 01:00 PM

Thanks for sharing Scott! Really makes you think and puts life in perspective!

hapevo · #9 11-30-2009, 01:35 PM

Wow! Thanks for sharing that with us Scott.

Now, someone pass me a tissue.........

RECOVERY ROOM · #10 11-30-2009, 04:22 PM

That is something,Good find.I have a relative that flies F16's and he still says WW2 pilots are more of a pilot than today's(no computers).They had to be to stay alive.We go and watch at the local airport when we hear the Mustang that is there fly over,Incredible sound.