Legendary Chuck Yeager Dies At 97

The first pilot to break the sound barrier, Chuck Yeager, has died at the age of 97. He was an American Air Force pilot who retired as a Brigadier General.

His second wife, Victoria, announced his death in a tweet via his verified Twitter handle on Tuesday.

The widow stated that her husband lived a fulfilled life and left behind a legacy of strength and patriotism.

“Fr @VictoriaYeage11 It is w/ profound sorrow, I must tell you that my life love General Chuck Yeager passed just before 9pm ET. An incredible life well lived, America’s greatest Pilot, & a legacy of strength, adventure, & patriotism will be remembered forever,” Victoria wrote in the tweet.

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