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Eddie Rickenbacker, namesake of Achievement 4, earned which World War I nickname?

America's 'Ace of Aces.'

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  1. The Ace of Aces ✔
  2. The Red Baron
  3. The Flying Minuteman

Why: Flying with the 94th Aero 'Hat in the Ring' Squadron, Rickenbacker earned nearly every decoration possible, including the Medal of Honor.

Huh, didn't know that: Later in life he was president of Eastern Airlines.

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Why was Rickenbacker great at cards? He always had an ace up his sleeve.
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References

Answer: The Ace of Aces. Flying with the 94th Aero 'Hat in the Ring' Squadron, Rickenbacker earned nearly every decoration possible, including the Medal of Honor.

  1. Cadet achievement page: Achievement 4, Rickenbacker (Civil Air Patrol) www.gocivilairpatrol.com/programs/cadets/stripes-to-diamonds/rickenbacker
    The first "Ace of Aces" lead his squadron
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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