ATLANTA (Jan. 26, 2010) – Today, State Sen. Jim Butterworth (R-Clarkesville) and the entire Georgia Senate adopted Senate Resolution 853 to recognize and commend the Super Sabre Society, a group of United States Air force (USAF) pilots that flew the USAF F-100 fighter-bomber aircraft.
“We are among heroes,” said Sen. Butterworth. “These brave, courageous men risked their lives for their country and we will always be grateful for and humbled by their sacrifice.”
The F-100 is nicknamed the “Hun.” Manufactured in the early 1950s, it was the first United States fighter plane to achieve and sustain supersonic speed in straight and level flight. These planes were instrumental in the Vietnam War and in preparing for the nuclear threat of that time. The plane was last officially flown with the Air National Guard in 1979.
Members of the society travelled from every corner of Georgia to be recognized at the State Capitol. They have flown in World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. They were recognized for embodying the spirit of service and willingness to find meaning in something greater than themselves.
Sen. Jim Butterworth represents the 50th Senate District which includes Towns, Rabun, Habersham, Stephens, Banks, Franklin, and Hart counties along with a portion of White County. He can be reached by phone at 404.463.5257 or by email at jim.butterworth@senate.ga.gov.
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
January 26, 2010
For Information Contact:
Natalie Strong, Deputy Director
Katie Wright, Communications Associate
katie.wright@senate.ga.gov
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