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Nashville's influence on roasted coffee has been, and continues to be, felt the world over. Coffee quite literally helped build the town people know and love today as Music City U.S.A.
The early days of coffee in Nashville produced two iconic brands. One can be found on store shelves everywhere (you’d know the brand even if you’ve never heard of the Maxwell House hotel), while American Ace Coffee remains our hometown's heritage coffee brand.
An early sponsor of the Grand Ole Opry, American Ace Coffee helped bring the voices of many country legends over the WSM airwaves and into countless homes throughout the South and Midwest.
Long known for its rich, smooth and never bitter taste, American Ace Coffee is a premium blend of 100% Arabica beans and freshly roasted in small batches.
American Ace has grown since its 1919 establishment to honor our country’s First World War aviators. Today, we’re focused on employing veterans and supporting charities that help veterans.
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Meet some of America’s Aces
The term "American Aces" typically refers to highly skilled and accomplished fighter pilots who have achieved a significant number of aerial victories in combat. American Aces have played crucial roles in various American wars throughout history, and their contributions have had a profound impact on the outcomes of these conflicts.
Aces include the great Eddie Rickenbacker, who scored 26 confirmed aerial victories and received numerous awards for his bravery and skill.
A top American Ace of World War II, Richard Bong scored 40 confirmed aerial victories while flying the P-38 Lightning.
Thomas McGuire was another top American Ace in World War II, with 38 confirmed victories, also flying the P-38 Lightning.
Known as the "Ace of Aces" during the Korean War, Joseph McConnell scored 16 confirmed victories flying F-86 Sabres.
American Ace is committed to our nation’s veterans. Through efforts to employ veterans and our support of veteran charities, we honor those who have fought for our country.