Eddie Rickenbacker's old squadron flies in his honor at 1930 ceremony awarding him the Congressional Medal of Honor in W

The transcript describes the awarding of the Medal of Honor to Rick by President Herbert Hoover, highlighting the significance of this honor. It reflects on Rick's past as a World War One ace and his emotional response as he watches his old squadron fly in his honor.

What was Rick's background as mentioned in the text?

What did Rick watch as his old squadron took to the air?