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…
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…
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.
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…