Retired Air Force Col. (Dr.) James Ruffer began his military career as a Marine fighter pilot in Vietnam. After his tour with the Marines, he joined the Navy where he became a flight surgeon. Finally, he joined the Air Force as a doctor. ( Air Force Illustration/Senior Airman Daniel Hughes) 130819-F-AQ406-100 by AirmanMagazine

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