Mission 86:
World War II, Korea, and Vietnam War Vet Is Turning 100!
Colonel Colin J. N. Chauret, USAF Retired Fighter Pilot, retired after 31 years of service that spanned from his enlistment in 1942 with the US Army Air Corp during World War II to 26 years with the United States Air Force in 1973. His career included flying over 40 different aircraft, including 20 years flying fighters and 10 years in training command aircraft as an instructor. Col. Chauret flew 100 combat missions in Korea. While he never got hit or lost a wingman in any mission he had three major mishaps bailing out on fire while on final approach to landing in a P-51D Mustang, blowing up on take-off in an F-100 D Super Sabre, and bellying out in a forced landing in a T-33 jet trainer. Not a scratch in any of these missions or incidents earned Colin the name "Mr. Lucky". He has received the Bronze Star and many, many medals for his combat missions.
After serving in Germany, Alaska, England, Korea, Greece, France, Japan, and Vietnam he retired in 1973 and has lived in Texas. Colin continues to serve as a political activist and active supporter of the Humane Society.
He authored the autobiography, "Life Was a Real Hoot". Preparations are underway for a HUGE birthday celebration where his 13 children & step-children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great- great-grandchildren, totaling over 100 family members will celebrate his 100th birthday on January 25, 2023. Let us add to this wonderful family gathering with lots of cards!
Birthday: 1/25
Send in time to arrive in TX by: 1/24
Mailing Address: Col. Colin Chauret 8506 Parthenon Place Universal City, TX 78148-2655
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