Description
C1970 F8 Crusader LTV Topping and c1980 FA-18 Hornet McDonnell Douglas Selling both. FA-18 is 1:72 Scale ~ 7" Wingspan ~ 9.5" Long. Some wear to paint on front window, no other issues. F-8 is 14" long with 9" wingspan, some wear to paint overall shown in pics, this is from the late 60's to very early 70's. From the Estate of R.W. (Bob) Taylor, B/Gen USMC (Ret) June 18, 1924 – July 21, 2021 A native of Quanah, Texas, Bob spent 33 years in the Marine Corps. He served in World War II, Korea (1950-1951), and in Vietnam. His commands include CO Marine Rifle Company, Marine Jet Fighter Squadron, Marine Air Group, Marine Air Wing, and Marine Air bases Western Area. Other assignments include duty with the Marine Air Reserves, Head of the Leadership curriculum at the U.S. Naval Academy, Joint Chiefs of Staff (Pentagon), and Director of Marine Amphibious Warfare School. His awards include The Silver Star, Legion of Merit, two Meritorious Service medals, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, and thirteen air medals.
