tuskegee army air field (ala.)

Rutherford, New Jersey, native Dr. Calvin J. Spann shares the story of his life, focusing on his experiences during World War II as a fighter pilot trained, along with other African-American soldiers, at an isolated complex near Tuskegee, Alabama.

Presents an account of the U.S. Army Air Corp's 99th Pursuit Squadron, an all African-American flying unit of World War II.

Tells the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African-American pilots, trained at the Tuskegee Institute of Alabama, who overcame obstacles of bigotry and racism to distinguish themselves in service during World War II.

A pictorial tribute to the African-American pilots who made the Tuskegee Army Air Field their home--and the men and women who served as their support personnel--as they made history during the Second World War and helped bring about the integration of the U.S. military.

Examines the history and achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen of World War Two, their struggle for racial equality, and their incredible service record escorting over two hundred bomber missions without losing one plane.

Examines the formation of the Tuskegee Airmen, describes their training and responsibilities, and discusses how they were treated after World War II.

Tells the story of the African-American men and women who served in the training program at the Tuskegee Army Air Field from 1941 to 1946, and includes first-hand accounts from pilots, mechanics, nurses, and others, and a selection of black-and-white photographs.

A history of African-American pilots with a focus on World War II.