Tag: Tuskegee Airmen
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Doug Melville honors the legacy of his family’s military history, sharing the inspiring stories of America’s first Black generals, Benjamin O. Davis Sr. and Jr., and their profound impact on the U.S. military and national security.
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The remarkable life of Coleman A. Young, from his activism in the civil rights movement to becoming the first Black mayor of Detroit. Learn about his defiance, political rise, and lasting legacy as a trailblazing leader in American…
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The remarkable journey of David Ellsworth Harris, the first Black American pilot to achieve the rank of Captain at a major U.S. airline. From breaking down racial barriers to inspiring future aviators, Harris’s legacy continues to soar in…
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The inspiring story of Robbins Airport, the first black-owned and operated airport in the U.S. Founded by pioneering black aviators John C. Robinson and Cornelius R. Coffey, learn how they overcame discrimination to build their own plane and…
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The remarkable journey of Robert Ashby, who became Frontier Airlines’ first Black pilot in 1973 and was a celebrated Tuskegee Airman. Learn about his groundbreaking career, challenges faced, and enduring legacy in aviation history.
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The remarkable journey of William Fauntroy, Jr., the first Black civil engineer hired by NCTA (later WMATA). From his early life and military service with the Tuskegee Airmen to shaping Washington’s Metro subway system, Fauntroy’s career left a…
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