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Pilot from "Secret War" in Laos during Vietnam War to Visit Wheaton Public Library

Dick Diller will visit Wheaton Public Library Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 pm for a book signing and to present on his experiences in the war.

Dick Diller, author of Firefly, A Skyraider’s Story about America’s Secret War over Laos, will discuss his experiences in America’s “secret war” in Laos from 1969-70 at the Wheaton Public Library Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 pm.

Born and raised in Princeton, IL, Diller flew 203 missions (most during the night) over Laos during the Vietnam War. After the war, he flew for Delta for 29 years.

Copies of his book will be available for purchase and signing. No registration required.

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