WWII Triple Ace Brigadier "Bud" Anderson. 1922 - 2024 | Celebrating An Aviation Icon

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[@mpojr]

my Dad worked on P 51s ,,,,he and all your Buddies are waiting on you Bud RIP and many thanks for your service.

[@LillianSteele-u9v]

Yes,indeed.

[@Davidmckenzie-u8k]

Bud Anderson, what a true hero and a Gentleman. At the Wings restaurant at the Auburn Airport you could catch him having lunch during the week.Thank you General Anderson for your gift to America and aviation.R I P .

[@2-Hands]

"Thank You" for my FREEDOM and Rest in Peace, Sir...

[@Wilett614]

Bud was a Patriot, Hero and a Member of Americas "Greatest Generation" We as Americans owe these Men and women who fought and died to Keep America and The world safe and to Remain Free , an Allegiance , to keep what they fought for intact and in doing so Remember All of them for their sacrifice, we Must NEVER Forget . God Rest them in Peace and eternal love ,Forever . Their numbers are dwindling rapidly , and this week we lost a Remarkable Hero .

[@OdeeOz]

R.I.P. Bud. 😢😭💔💔 How sad that another of my Heroes has passed away. We met a few times over the years, and he lived not too far from me.

[@joeburch9515]

I met Col. Anderson at one of the Reading, Pa airshows. I bought a copy of his book. When he asked me if I wanted him to autograph it, I declined (there was a long line behind me). I just wanted to thank him in person for his contributions. He quietly chuckled when I told him how much I enjoyed his tale of nailing that 109 in a climb. I did speak with him twice afterwards. I found his California telephone number. He was such a modest man. I told him that he is one of the Greatest Generation. His gracious reply...'I don't know about that.' We also discussed the G force limits on the P-51. God Bless and God Speed!

[@MrGameMeister]

Back in the late 90s I had not only the pleasure of speaking with Bud, not only interviewing him, but he stood over my shoulder as I was flying a flight simulator while he was giving me advice. He shared not only a signed copy of his book, but the book also contained a signature from chuck Yeager. Incredible man.

[@TheSaturnV]

Been dreading this day, my signed copy of To Fly and Fight is one of my most treasured possessions. RIP you wise Old Crow.

[@johnresto1603]

I have a couple of art prints with his signature and just acquired another one with his old crow.

[@derekcoaker6579]

Gave my best friend my first copy, and got another for myself. Definitely a Treasure.

[@davidgarbersr.8065]

General Anderson was a Great inspiration for so many. Calling a Hero is such an understatement. RIP Sir and thank you.

[@AlvisHerren]

I built the Testors model of Gen Anderson's "Old Crow" P51 Mustang in the mid-90s after my grandfather, also a WW2 vet had bought one for me as a gift for my 13th birthday. Still a big fan of Mustangs, model building, WW2 history and the greatest generation ever since then.

[@Skeeterguy24]

I had the chance to speak with Bud 1:1 for about an hour and learned so much. Dogfights and life lessons…

[@analystanalyst7652]

I haven’t watched this yet, as I just stumbled upon it. I had such a personal liking for the man that I avoided anything about him in recent years, as I did not want to know that he was gone. But the inevitable happened. I got to sit alone at breakfast with him, years ago now, and we talked about flying as thought I had flown with him and we were old chums; that’s how gracious a man he was. He told me of patrolling the Channel the night of June 5, 1944 and flying formation all night on navigation lights and when first light came it was only he and another left, as everyone else fell off after hours of this flying. It was funny in retrospect. We said goodbye that morning, as though old friends; and I had forgotten to tell him that my dad used to fly with Tex LaGrone at North American during the war, and spent a far amount of time in Dutch Kindelberger’s B-25, along with Tex, as part of the P-51 program out of Mines Field. 'The laminar airflow wing was quite a deal '.

[@johnhammond9962]

A Major at 22 and he flew the F-104 and didn't die? Rest easy legend, and thank you.

[@jcwoodman5285]

A long eventfull life well lived! RIP

[@dougscott8161]

I hate to watch long video's. That being said I watched this video about a year ago, and then tonight, I saw it and just got totally wrapped up in it (probably because I had just seen the news about Col. Bud Anderson's passing) and I just had to watch this again, and feel like I've learned even more about the most beautiful aircraft ever designed. Thanks for presenting this in-depth interview. God Bless and stay safe.❤

[@stephencastello6553]

My favorite member of my favorite generation is gone, but never forgotten. Rest in Peace Bud.

[@hotrod6919]

I got the chance to meet him about 10yrs ago at Auburn Airport. He borrowed a Citabria to give his granddaughter lessons. I didn't really know who he was so my dad made me read his book.

[@bbb462cid]

'To fly and fight'. Great read

[@charliebratcher3106]

A true Hero. May you rest in peace Sir. Your duty is done.

[@tonydeaton1967]

Never met the man but, being a student of the history of the airwar during WW2, learned of him many years ago. In reading about him, studying his career, he gradually became a personal hero of mine. Condolences to his family. Rest in Peace, Bud Anderson for, you have surely earned it.

[@fiddlefolk]

RIP Bud Anderson! One of my heroes! American hero and bad ass fighter pilot! A great man!

[@tonyf9076]

Deepest respect and sympathy from your brothers 🇬🇧

[@miloswanson9646]

I met Col Anderson several times at airshows., and had my copy of his book "To Fly and Fight" autographed at the Dayton OH airshow almost 20 years ago... I'm trying to remember if he attended "The Gathering of Mustangs and Legends" in Columbus OH in 2007 (goal was to have 65 P-51s in attendance). True gentleman. Godspeed, sir!

[@JC-pu1ej]

Bud was there for the Gathering of Mustangs in 2007 with Bill Overstreet and others from the 357th. It was glorious.

[@DEVILDOG1964]

GOD BLESS YOU BUD NOW YOU FLY WITH THE ANGELS!! RIP🙏

[@aegontargaryen9322]

Another WW2 hero passes on , thank you sir for what you did for us . God bless you , The old crew are finally back together.

[@franklopez6349]

Thank you for posting this tribute video. We Shall Rember.

[@billness2635]

RIP Gen Anderson. You, Yeager, O’Brian and all of your colleagues have been heroes of mine since I became aware of WWII history and aviation in the 70’s. 50 some years later, I’ve put my wings earned in the USAF and civilian aviation away, but I still look up to see what is overhead! Head West joining back up with the Greatest Generation of soldiers, sailors and airmen that shaped our world. As an aside, I’ve asked members of his generation if they would of fought as they did if they could of known then what the US (and the world) has become today? General Anderson eluded to his answer early in this video.

[@jonnybeck6723]

God bless you Bud... The best, the coolest ...and forever my HERO

[@romandecaesar4782]

Really tragic that so many people like Bud spent their entire careers fighting the wrong enemy.

[@michaelmakes1225]

admiration off the scale, a humble hero, who never boasted.

[@johnreed4503]

He was my childhood hero and I've had the honor of meeting this good man several times. God Speed and God Bless Bud Anderson...sleep well sir.

[@NeroontheGoon]

A good life well lived! Thanks for everything Bud, Gods got you now!

[@flyerbob124]

I once had dinner with Bud and some other noted airman plus I own a tribute bicycle made up like his mustang and signed by him my wife bought me at a silent auction. I’m proud to have met him.

[@mr.besripair1383]

Thank You Bud for all of your service! R.I.P. To the triple ace. An American Hero.

[@vozdelatalaya2041]

102 years... Wow

[@bbb462cid]

Fighter pilots were good physical specimens. I saw him in interviews in the mid 90s, and he didn't wear glasses. He voice and eyes were that of a young man.

[@StangLX351]

RIP General Anderson! You now join my grandfathers in the skies beyond. So few of you hero’s left thank you for being such an inspiration to us all.

[@jgonzalez101]

Wow, very much enjoyed seeing and hearing what all these men had to say about flying the Mustang Fighter planes. I especially enjoyed hearing Fighter Pilot Ace "Bud" Anderson's Ariel accounts of his experience during WW2! I am so saddened to hear that he passed this year. I believe that he will be not only remembered as a great Pilot; but a truly great man. A Heroic man, among men! May God rest his soul. ❤️🙏🇺🇸

[@douglasbuckland8280]

Man, just saw this! Can't believe he's gone. I first saw him on Dogfights and followed him since. A true hero and a fine man gone.

[@christopherholliday6907]

Fair Winds & Following Seas Sir. 🏴‍☠️🇺🇸

[@doughboybellmore2347]

Rest in Peace Brother

[@chrismair8161]

Some people have no clue what to do at age 17. Then some have a "Curb" direct them into on coming lanes and they like it! The Man went to WAR knowing this is it. A pleasure meeting him in my life time. Rest in peace "Bud". "Hondo" cleaning the air space for your arrival. (SALUTE!)

[@johnvandemark6264]

Rest in Peace Bud😢

[@SteveAubrey1762]

Another incredible hero has taken flight. CAVU General Anderson!

[@gregorymceaddy8884]

Badass American...I salute you..

[@Trojan0304]

Got to talk with the ultimate fighter pilot several times at air combat symposiums, none better 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@gruntforever7437]

You want to talk about a life well lived. Him and Chuck personified everything America stood for.

[@raycaster4398]

Thanks, Bud!

[@barrygrant2907]

Sad. RIP, Bud.

[@derekcoaker6579]

Jealous of so many that got to meet Bud, I learned of him too late to get that pleasure. What an incredible story of a Great American. R.I.P Gen. Anderson.

[@eamo106]

O'Neills in Katy ,Texas are few, but we are Bud Anderson people. My sons and I met him at every "Wings over Houston" in Octobers, in the Veterans tent, We missed so many air display hours talking to Bud and other Vets.. thats why we bought tickets and books !

[@bitslayer604]

And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings

[@genechronister7085]

All real heroes

[@Nghilifa]

Rest in Peace & Power General Anderson!

[@josephgrosso8731]

Thank you true American Patriot! Loved his episode on Dogfights!! RIP!!!

[@Makeitliquidfast]

Prayers for you Bud and all our veterans, thank you.

[@Americal-v6r]

RIP Col. Anderson! Thank you for your humble courageous service to the UNITED STATE'S of America 🇺🇸🙏🫡 RESPECT.

[@itseliasyall2384]

One of my greatest inspirations ❤ one of reasons that I’m behind the stick in the cockpit and building airframes was the fault of this Ol’ Crow. God bless you Mr Anderson and his family my condolences. 😢❤ Fly on Ace

[@Tom-em4ph]

I first saw him on the old ac Delco commercial Chuck Yeager did he appeared at the end of it my dad a WW2 vet would say that's old Bud Anderson. My favorite line in his book was we all thought we were better than Yeager. RIP Bud Anderson and Thank you for your service

[@jamestregler1584]

Another Vet gone ; But NEVER FORGOTTEN ! 🇺🇲

[@ald1144]

I got to meet him once at the Reno Air Races. I orobably babbled like a star-struck idiot. Funny how I idolized Yeager when I was a kid, but came to respect Bud much more as I got older. Fair winds, sir.

[@RogerHanks-z2e]

Rest in peace Brother!!

[@ricardocorbie6803]

Rest in peace General!! Glad you got your flowers 🌺 before you left!! A grateful nation thanks you!! God bless your family!! My dogfight videos just became a treasure item to me!! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@daveallen8824]

God Bless Him - he and Chuck are flying together again...

[@LillianSteele-u9v]

Just heard that he has died. And he along with the late Lt. Clarence "Lucky" Lester,who was a Tuskegee Airman were unique in that they were very young men who accomplished this an a very young age. These types of men saved our lives along with many others.

[@paulzammataro7185]

RIP, Sir!! Thank You!!

[@joeblow5037]

He did it his way. RIP, Bud

[@libertine5606]

They are leaving us. I remember going to the American Legion and getting to hang with all the WW2 guys. My dad was one of them. They were stoic. They didn't talk about the war and I never asked. It wasn't my place but I am glad that a lot of that is getting documented now.

[@usnchief1339]

A great American hero...RIP Bud

[@davidrose8612]

One of the greatest from America's greatest generation.

[@jimb8904]

Thank.s. bud....

[@SusanSlack-j8f]

So there was a real Bud Anderson..God bless you sir for your service and sacrifice

[@jessiedoggie1942]

What is not widely reported is that Baron von Richtover single-handedly shot down 11 Messerschmitts and 6 Focker-Wulfs before being quietly dismissed by the Luftwaffe.

[@swede5209]

They don’t make em like that anymore 🇺🇸

[@rdaxthedog]

What a wonderful man

[@rdaxthedog]

He and General Olds were true gentlemen

[@joelpierce3940]

One of the true American Heroes.

[@marcellagrand1322]

R.I.P Bud ,your a true Hero.

[@Marcus-p5i5s]

God, the USA can't afford losses like this in this day and age where most males under the age of 60 never became real men. Bud, say hi to Chuck for all of us.

[@Skeeterguy24]

The discussion will now continue on who was the wingman…. 👍🏼

[@Marcus-p5i5s]

@@Skeeterguy24 😄

[@franklopez6349]

Clear Skies Sir. We shall remember.

[@RobertAbel-zc9lv]

Gods speed Bud . I will see you in Heaven when my service is done. Your friend always M.G Rod Abel . AKA the Sled Driver WARD or Walt Watson.

[@bbb462cid]

Bud is hanging out with Chuck Yeager now. God speed.

[@jerryumfress9030]

Bud Anderson was the BOMB!

[@captain54526]

I Salute You !!!!!

[@iagreeron]

Blue sky's,old crow. Thank you once again for the autograph .......r i p.

[@bbb462cid]

Rest in peace Bud Anderson. Chuck Yeager called him "the best fighter pilot I ever saw".

[@robertmueller2023]

I had the chance to see Mr. A not nine months ago at an air show.

[@jamesbottger5894]

It doesn't sound like Col. Anderson ever owned a P-51 himself, which is a shame considering how great of a hero, and an American he was. I wonder if he just never had the income to afford one?

[@2012photograph]

Kind remind one Ted Williams of Boston Redsox.That something fly from World War 2 to Vietnam Wars.Few have his knowledge

[@jamesjacobs5954]

LEGEND 🇺🇸

[@AHLUser]

I read the P-51 is the only prop-powered fighter to have a kill on a jet-powered MIG in Korea. Are there any confirmed kills of Jet-Powered ME's in WWII.? Did the P-51 fly any combat missions in Vietnam.?

[@bbb462cid]

The P-51 would not have been in use during the Vietnam era. The plane would have been the F-51 at the time; "P" stood for "Pursuit" and was a pre-WWII term that was, essentially, used to fool congress into funding fighter planes under the idea that they were defensive, used for the "pursuit" of aggressive hostile aircraft. That's where the "P" in P-26, P-36, P-40, P-38, P-47, P-51, etc, comes from. The designation was changed to "F" for "Fighter" after WWII in the USAF. The USAF was not doing combat ops with F-51s in the 1960s, but several air forces around the world used the F-51 until the early 1980s.

[@brucemiller8109]

General Anderson you now can look upon the face of God... Well done sir, your among the best.

[@nycj3ahudson341]

General Anderson DID NOT fly out of "LEICESTER"; he flew out of "LEISTON"...

[@arivicente4912]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🇧🇷

[@etubrutus3501]

Sore high great American 🥹

[@farmrrick]

Did Bud ever fly a D model in WWII ? Ohhhhh yep 2nd tour.

[@nathanthompson3401]

A nickel on the grass, sir.

[@John-jl9de]

The real deal.

[@glenbolderson9279]

[@shanetharle4030]

BuB was fighting against German Luftwaffe fighter pilot who had less than 100 hours flying time and restriction on fuel ,how much time they were allowed to fly the plane it was like flying against babies

[@derekcoaker6579]

Cool story. 👎

[@howardamey7228]

The purest epitome of a great man and hero to America. RIP Warrior.

[@Steven-p1o]

Greatest Generation. I never forget you. I miss the Greatest Generation.My Dad South Pacific after the war worked so hard. Most I mean most people in that Generation loved AMERICA. THANK YOU MR ANDERSON.