As often does, Colonel Scrappy Johnson sends me emails about facts or anecdotes of his aviation career.Here is an original letter Scrappy received from George Jessel.
“When I was president of the Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association, River Rats George Jessel was the guest speaker. Here’s a letter he wrote to me afterwards. He was a very interesting person.”
George Albert Jessel (3 April 1898 – 23 May 1981), sometimes called “Georgie” Jessel, was an American illustrated song “model,” actor, singer, songwriter, and Academy Award-winning movie producer. He was famous in his lifetime as a multitalented comedic entertainer, achieving a level of recognition that transcended his limited roles in movies. He was widely known by his nickname, the “Toastmaster General of the United States,” for his frequent role as the master of ceremonies at political and entertainment gatherings.
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Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
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