Celebrating the LEGACY of African-Americans in Aviation
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Diversity and Inclusion Final Board Report
Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller announces the release of the Department of Defense Board on Diversity and Inclusion Report, "Recommendations to Improve Racial and Ethnic Diversity
Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Office
Inspiring future generations to #FlyLikeThem, the Tuskegee Airmen
At TAI, education and scholarship are of the utmost importance. Learn more about how we encourage students to strive like the #TuskegeeAirmen through STEM and aviation programs
https://tuskegeeairmen.org/youth/aviation-stem-programs/
Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Office
Up against racism, the #TuskegeeAirmen still persevered and fought for our country.
Their resilience is our inspiration today: pushing us to fly above hate and stand up against injustice. Watch the full video on lucasfilm.com/tuskegeeairmen/
#FlyLikeThem
Because of Them We Can by Eunique Jones
“In honor of #VeteransDay, today’s #WCW is Marcelite J. Harris, the first black female major general in the US military. While in the Air Force Academy, she became the first female aircraft maintenance officer and one of the first two female commanding officers. Harris also worked as a White House social aide and personal staff officer under Presidents Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter. In 1997, she retired from the Air Force as the highest-ranking female officer in the Air Force and the nation’s highest-ranking black woman in the Department of Defense. She was recently buried in Arlington National Cemetery to rest in power. We honor her memory today and everyday. Happy Veterans Day. Let us lift her up in the light of goodness and hold her there.” - @gabunion
We couldn’t have said it better. Happy Veterans Day to all who have served! #BecauseOfThemWeCan
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Higher Level Leadership
ATTN: HLL Announcement
Family!
We are proud to announce the kickoff of our Gateway Initative: "Path to Leadership."
In this program HLL will select high school seniors and send them to the college of their choice! Our next generation of leaders need us to invest in them. HLL will provide the resources necessary to allow these future leaders to flourish and in turn they will create opportunities for generations to come! As you all know "It Takes a Village" to succeed and in these uncertain and tumultuous times, our high school seniors can use all of the extra help that we can offer. Our goal is to help 10 high school seniors! We want you to be a part of that.
Remember... It takes a village! Love you all!
I'll get us started with our first $500
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Isaiah Hines
You can make donations at:
Zelle: First Name: Higher Level
Last Name: Leadership Select Email (not phone): [email protected] (select business transaction)
PayPal: First Name: Higher Level Last Name: Leadership or Search “[email protected]
Cash app: $HLLOutreach
Inbox is if you have questions
“Note: Higher Level Leadership is a Tax Exempt 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit organization as designated by the IRS.”
Higher Level Leadership
ATTN: HLL Announcement
Family!
We are proud to announce the kickoff of our Gateway Initative: "Path to Leadership."
In this program HLL will select high school seniors and send them to the college of their choice! Our next generation of leaders need us to invest in them. HLL will provide the resources necessary to allow these future leaders to flourish and in turn they will create opportunities for generations to come! As you all know "It Takes a Village" to succeed and in these uncertain and tumultuous times, our high school seniors can use all of the extra help that we can offer. Our goal is to help 10 high school seniors! We want you to be a part of that.
Remember... It takes a village! Love you all!
I'll get us started with our first $500
V/r
Isaiah Hines
You can make donations at:
Zelle: First Name: Higher Level
Last Name: Leadership Select Email (not phone): [email protected] (select business transaction)
PayPal: First Name: Higher Level Last Name: Leadership or Search “[email protected]
Cash app: $HLLOutreach
Inbox is if you have questions
“Note: Higher Level Leadership is a Tax Exempt 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit organization as designated by the IRS.”
On this day in 1948, President Truman ordered the desegregation of the services
After WWII — in which 900,000 African Americans served — Lt. Gen. Alvan C. Gillem Jr. was directed to study the Army’s race policies.
This Pioneer of Black Aviation Helped His People Soar
Ever since his first flight, William J. Powell became infatuated with aviation. He saw it as a way for African American men and women to soar far above a...
Moody Air Force Base
"The best part about it is seeing those kid's eyes when they come off the airplane. They're like 'alright, this is cool, this is a possibility.'"
Pilots from Moody volunteered to take aspiring aviators ages 10 to 19 on an introductory flight above Valdosta for Eyes Above the Horizon.
Follow the link to learn more:
https://www.moody.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1906905/moody-airmen-inspire-local-kids/
Lift Off: Youths to take flight with pilots
VALDOSTA – A group of young people will see Valdosta from a bird’s eye view this weekend.
Good Morning America
AMERICAN HERO: 30 years in the U.S. Air Force, 409 missions and 99 years young, we honor Tuskegee Airman Col. Charles McGee.
"We are ALL American."
Robin Roberts brings us his story. gma.abc/2HNA1Wz
100-year-old Tuskegee Airman honored for his service
A 100-year-old veteran who was a Tuskegee Airman was honored in Westwood Wednesday for his service.
In strong companies best ideas win, not egos, not politics.
Loyal people will tell you what you need to hear, not necessarily what you want to hear. Never punish them for their honesty.
United States Air Force
Our hearts go out to Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. (Ret.) Robert J. Friend and his family. Thank you for decades of service and dedication to our country. We wish you clear skies.
Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Office
#WWII #Veteran Robert ”Bob” Friend, 99, eternally rests in the #LonelyEagles Chapter of #TuskegeeAirmen, Inc. USAF Lt Col (Ret) Friend passed away June 21, 2019 at 2:05 pm. He died peacefully surrounded by family and friends. More details to follow. #Army #USMC #Navy #AirForce #USCG #DeptVetAffairs #HonoringVets (Photo by Michael B. Lloyd)
Meet Kellee Edwards: The First Black Woman To Host Her Own Show On The Travel Channel
The first time Kellee Edwards fell in love with travel was in the backseat of her parent's car.
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Tuskegee airman, 95, returns to cockpit on 75th anniversary of D-Day
Climbing into the T-6 trainer was Frank Macon’s biggest concern. The rest, he was sure, would come back to him. Even at 95.
Protecting the Beaches with Balloons: D-Day and the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion
The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, the only unit that stormed the beach at Normandy on June 6, 1944, that was comprised entirely of African American soldiers, played a vital role in protecting the ships and soldiers during the D-Day invasion.
Society of the First Infantry Division
The 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion was the only U.S. Army African-American unit to storm Omaha Beach on D-Day. They fought bravely alongside the 1st Infantry Division to protect the beaches with their hydrogen-filled balloons, preventing German aircraft from diving in to attack the beaches. Although the story of the 320th isn't widely known, we will never forget. #DUTYFIRST #WWII #DDAY
(Photos courtsey of author Linda Hervieux)
(Video: Ann Olamiju 1st Inf. Div. Public Affairs Office)
Fighting Germans and Jim Crow: The role of black troops on D-Day
Roughly 2,000 African American troops are believed to have hit the shores of Normandy in various capacities on June 6, 1944. Serving in a U.S. military still-segregated by race, they encountered discrimination both in the service and when they came home.
Tuskegee Airman recounts tales of segregation and valor for Memorial Day
Decorated airman says despite segregation in service and out, 'I felt I had just as much ownership in this country as anyone else'
Honoring the fallen in all their diversity: We need to expand our understanding of who serves and sacrifices
Thirteen years ago, I served at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. That year, it became commonplace for the “big voice” on the base-wide loudspeaker to call all available personnel to report to the main drive for yet another Fallen Comrades Ceremony.
Roscoe Draper, Member Of Tuskegee Airmen, Celebrates 100th Birthday
Draper was the team's flight instructor and is the oldest living airman from our area.
Final Salute Inc.
Meet Command Sergeant Major Michele Jones - she Served Like a Girl…and smashed that glass ceiling. Join Michele on May 23rd in support of @FinalSalute. #servedlikeagirl
Tickets via: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/served-like-a-girl-a-celebration-honoring-women-veterans-tickets-58672332526?aff=eac2
10 Life Lessons From Coretta Scott King
Over the course of her life, Coretta became a wife, a mother, a civil rights icon, a human rights activist, and keeper of her husband Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of justice and equality. With her lifelong commitment to justice and peace, Coretta rose to become one of the world's most influent...
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
We have had a busy couple of days at Historic Moton Field. Did you know that the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site is located at an active airport? Fly on in and visit us! #tuskegee #nationalparkservice #findyourpark @ Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
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Federal Aviation Administration
Want an exciting career? The FAA will accept applications for entry level air traffic controllers beginning on July 27. Prepare now if you plan to apply! Learn more at bit.ly/2JQYwmB.
FathersLead
Floyd Carter Sr., one of the last of the Tuskegee Airmen, dedicated his remarkable life to serving his country and his city.
The decorated veteran of three wars and 27 years with the NYPD died Thursday at age 95, leaving a long legacy as a groundbreaking hero pilot and a city police detective.
It was hard to tell who was having more fun at the Continuing the Legacy Youth Luncheon during Legacy Weekend!
Professional photos by: C Mintz Photography @cmintzphoto
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Because of Them We Can by Eunique Jones
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Because of Them We Can by Eunique Jones
Eleanor Williams became the first black female air traffic controller - after having seven children. 👏 👏 👏 She worked traffic & trained controllers in Anchorage, San Juan, Kansas City, & Cleveland & was an active PATCO union representative. Photo & info via #FAA. #TBT #BHM
https://www.faa.gov/about/history/people/media/Eleanor_J_Williams.pdf
2018 Legacy Weekend, Legacy Nights Gala!
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Because of Them We Can by Eunique Jones
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