Later Years
In 1981, Fisher was a Republican candidate for governor in Idaho.
In 1985 and again in 2005, Fisher was inducted into the Gathering of Eagles program and told the story of the rescue during the Battle of A Shau to groups of young military officers.
On May 3, 2008, Fisher received his diploma from the University of Utah, 57 years after attending classes. He was officially recognized for his past academic achievements and decorated military career.
He lives with his oldest son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Linda, on the farm in Kuna.
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