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PAGE KEY TO INDEX AIRCRAFT — B-17 "Flying Fortresses" 1 AIRCRAFT — Other 2 AWARDS — Military 2 AWARDS —Other 3 CITIES 3 ESCAPES and EVASIONS 10 GENERAL 10 INTERNEES 19 KILLED IN ACTION 19 MEMORIALS and CEMETERIES 20 MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS — 303rd BG 20 MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS — Other 21 MISSIONS — Target and Date 25 PERSONS 26 PRISONERS OF WAR 51 REUNIONS 51 WRITERS 52 1 El Screamo (Feb. 2004, pg. 18) Miss Lace (Feb. 2004, pg. 18), (May 2004, Fast Worker II (May 2005, pg. 12) pg. 15) + (May 2005, pg. 12), (Nov. 2005, I N D E X FDR (May 2004, pg. 17) pg. 8) + (Nov. 2006, pg. 13) + (May 2007, FDR's Potato Peeler Kids (Feb. 2002, pg. pg. 16-photo) 15) + (May 2004, pg. 17) Miss Liberty (Aug. 2006, pg. 17) Flak Wolf (Aug. 2005, pg. 5), (Nov. 2005, Miss Umbriago (Aug 2003, pg. 15) AIRCRAFT pg. 18) Mugger, The (Feb. 2004, pg. 18) Flak Wolf II (May 2004, pg. 7) My Darling (Feb. 2004, pg. 18) B-17 "Flying Fortress" Floose (May 2004, pg. 4, 6-photo) Myasis Dragon (Feb. 2004, pg. 18) Flying Bison (Nov. 2006, pg. 19-photo) Nero (Feb. 2004, pg. 18) Flying Bitch (Aug. 2002, pg. 17) + (Feb. Neva, The Silver Lady (May 2005, pg. 15), “451" (Feb. 2002, pg. 17) 2004, pg. 18) (Aug. 2005, pg. 19) “546" (Feb. 2002, pg. 17) Fox for the F (Nov. 2004, pg. 7) Nine-O-Nine (May 2005, pg. 20) + (May 41-24577 (May 2002, pg. 12) Full House (Feb. 2004, pg. 18) 2007, pg. 20-photo) 41-24603 (Aug. -
Inspiring Women Pilots Since 1929
Ninety-Nines Inspiring Women Pilots Since 1929 September/October 2020 A High Flying Family Ninety-Nines magazine – SEPTEMBER • OCTOBER – 2020 1 Ninety-Nines Inspiring Women Pilots Since 1929 Copyright 2020, All Rights Reserved Contents Florence ‘Shutsy’ Reynolds was born Ask a DPE — by Julie Paasch p.7 with the heart of a pilot. She became the first woman to earn a Amandine Hivert: Following the Contrails pilot cetificate at her of her Father and Grandfather p.10 local airport and later — by Linda Mae Hivert qualified for the Civil Air Patrol. Shutsy's Florence Shutsy Reynolds next dream was to A WASP Forever p.12 train as a WASP. — by Roberta Roe She was admitted to the program and graduated in 1944. PAGE 12 The Ninety-Nines magazine welcomes Southwest Section new columnist, Julie Vice Governor Dea Paasch, a pilot for Payette was crowned 21 years and now Mrs. California on a DPE. She’s ready August 15, 2020. She to answer your will then compete questions, and, as for the National title she says, there are of Mrs. America in no “dumb ones.” Las Vegas, Nevada. It is a preliminary competition to the PAGE 7 Mrs. World pageant. PAGE 8 On The Cover French Section member Amandine Hivert is a third generation pilot, following her father and grandfather into the skies. She is now married to an aerobatic pilot, and she also competed in intermediate aerobatics. Amandine flew for a boutique airline serving Newark and Nice. She still trains on the Airbus and practices aerobatics. See story page 10. -
Heroes Hall Veterans Museum and Education Center
Heroes Hall Veterans Museum and Education Center Instructional Guide for Middle Schools OC Fair & Event Center 32nd District Agricultural Association State of California | Costa Mesa CA Heroes Hall Veterans Museum and Education Center: Instructional Guide for Middle Schools was developed by the OC Fair & Event Center. The publication was written by Beth Williams and designed by Lisa Lerma. It was published by the OC Fair & Event Center, 32nd District Agricultural Association, State of California, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. © 2018 OC Fair & Event Center. All rights reserved Reproduction of this document for resale, in whole or in part, is not authorized. For information about this instructional guide, or to schedule a classroom tour of Heroes Hall, please visit https://ocfair.com/heroes-hall/ or call (714) 708-1976. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Graphic Organizers for Visit 103 Pre-Visit Nonfiction Lessons 2 Heroes Hall Graphic Organizer (Blank) 104 Aerospace in California During World War II 3 Heroes Hall Exhibits Graphic Organizer 106 Attacks on the United States Mainland Heroes Hall: Soldiers and Veterans During World War II 7 Graphic Organizer 110 Santa Ana Army Air Base History 12 Post-Visit Activities 112 Joe DiMaggio: A Soldier 19 Writing Assignment: Informal Letter - Thank a Soldier/Thank a Veteran 113 “Gremlins” of World War II 23 Creative Writing Assignment: The Women Who Served 28 Informal Letter 115 Native American Code Talkers 33 Creative Writing Assignment: Formal Letter 117 Tuskegee Squadron Formation Essay -
[email protected] TUSKEGEE AIRMEN CONTACT LISTING (OFFICERS-BOARD MEMBERS - 2012)
NEWSLETTER OF THE DETROIT AUGUST CHAPTER OF THE TUSKEGEE NEWSLETTER2006 OF THEAIRMEN DETROIT INCORPORATED CHAPTER OF THE TUSKEGEE AIRMEN INCORPORATED April 2016 IN THIS ISSUE: HawkHawk’’ss > Presidents’ Page > Local Happenings CryCry IIII > Lonely Eagles [email protected] TUSKEGEE AIRMEN CONTACT LISTING (OFFICERS-BOARD MEMBERS - 2012) NAME E-MAIL PHONE President— Miguel Thornton [email protected] (734) 635-0477 1st Vice President—Gwen McNeal [email protected] (248) 895-7130 2nd Vice President— Treasurer— Gregory Whiting [email protected] (248) 320-0933 Secretary— Erma Leaphart-Gouch [email protected] (313) 475-7057 Parliamentarian— Richard Brown [email protected] (248) 470-4631 Sergeant At Arms—Larry Sargent [email protected] (313) 354-1472 Membership—Eric Love [email protected] (248) 709-3748 Hawk’s Cry II Chapter Newsletter—Eric Palmer [email protected] (313) 683-1520 Ways & Means— Hugh Barrington Jr. [email protected] (248) 442-0254 (313) 418-7273 Planning— VACANT Public Relations— VACANT Historian—Lawrence Milben (313) 863-5435 Good & Welfare—VACANT Youth Programs— Brian Smith [email protected] (313) 510-7147 Speakers Bureau—Alexander Jefferson [email protected] (248) 996-9676 Chaplin—Dr. Theodore Whitely [email protected] (313) 835-1317 Board Hugh Barrington Jr. [email protected] (248) 442-0254 (313) 418-7273 William Thompson Jr. [email protected] Immediate Past President— Miguel Thornton [email protected] (734) 635-0477 Alternate Information Contact Information Washington Ross [email protected] (248) 351-9536 Shirley Rankin (Auxiliary President) [email protected] (248) 818-1952 William Henderson [email protected] (734) 484-4829 William Thompson [email protected] (313) 822-9976 Donald Carter [email protected] Brian Smith [email protected] (313) 510-7147 CENTRAL REGION Marv K. -
Spring 2017 Issue-All
SPRING 2017 - Volume 64, Number 1 WWW.AFHISTORY.ORG know the past .....Shape the Future The Air Force Historical Foundation Founded on May 27, 1953 by Gen Carl A. “Tooey” Spaatz MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS and other air power pioneers, the Air Force Historical All members receive our exciting and informative Foundation (AFHF) is a nonprofi t tax exempt organization. Air Power History Journal, either electronically or It is dedicated to the preservation, perpetuation and on paper, covering: all aspects of aerospace history appropriate publication of the history and traditions of American aviation, with emphasis on the U.S. Air Force, its • Chronicles the great campaigns and predecessor organizations, and the men and women whose the great leaders lives and dreams were devoted to fl ight. The Foundation • Eyewitness accounts and historical articles serves all components of the United States Air Force— Active, Reserve and Air National Guard. • In depth resources to museums and activities, to keep members connected to the latest and AFHF strives to make available to the public and greatest events. today’s government planners and decision makers information that is relevant and informative about Preserve the legacy, stay connected: all aspects of air and space power. By doing so, the • Membership helps preserve the legacy of current Foundation hopes to assure the nation profi ts from past and future US air force personnel. experiences as it helps keep the U.S. Air Force the most modern and effective military force in the world. • Provides reliable and accurate accounts of historical events. The Foundation’s four primary activities include a quarterly journal Air Power History, a book program, a • Establish connections between generations. -
The Official Magazine of the International Organization of Women Pilots
99 News The Official Magazine of the International Organization of Women Pilots November/December 2016 PERPETUAL CALENDAR 99 News 2016 4-9 Sun 'n Fun Air Show, Lakeland, Florida. WASP and Tuskegee Airmen Luncheon on To list your 99s events DECEMBER Thursday. Ninety-Nines Building open to on this calendar page, 1 Due date for submissions to 99 News for all members. send information to: the January/February issue. 21-23 North Central Spring Section Meeting, Indianapolis, Indiana. The 99 News 1 AE Scholarship applications due. PO Box 950374 28-30 Southeast Section Spring Meeting, Mic- 1 Application for the next session of the cosukee Resort, Miami, Florida. Oklahoma City, OK Professional Pilot Leadership Initiative 73195-0374 (PPLI) opens December 1, 2016 and 27-30 Southwest Section Spring Meeting, Email: closes January 31, 2017. Oakland County Airport Hilton, Wendy [email protected] O'Malley, [email protected]. Online Form: 2017 MAY www.ninety-nines.org/ forms/index.cfm/news_ JANUARY 6 South Central Section Spring Meeting, San reporter.htm Antonio, Texas, hosted by the South Central 15 Deadline for International Award Nomi- Section Board and the 2017 Conference (please use the new form) nations. Please indicate the Committee. name and location 31 Professional Pilot Leadership Initiative application deadline. Fact sheets and JUNE of the event, the applications can be found under the contact name and 1 Due date for submissions to 99 News for Pilot Careers Resource Center section at the phone/fax/email. the July/August issue. ninety-nines.org. For advertising 16-17 International Forest of Friendship, Atchi- FEBRUARY son, Kansas. -
FLYING on the WINGS of HEROES by Archon Lynn Swann, Rho Boulé
Cover Story Archon Brown on the set of Red Tails with actors (from right) Leslie Odom, Jr., Ne-Yo, Kevin Phillips, Elijah Kelley and David Oyelowo FLYING ON THE WINGS OF HEROES By Archon Lynn Swann, Rho Boulé ince joining the Boulé fifteen years ago, I have had back on it now, I see that that wasn’t such a bad situation. occasion to meet a host of distinguished and brilliant But I never knew Les Williams was a Tuskegee Airman Smen. It has been an honor. Yet nothing could have until I saw him in a documentary titled Double Victory, prepared me for the opportunity I had earlier this year which was produced by George Lucas and the Lucasfilm when I met men of history – Boulé members that were team working on the upcoming film Red Tails, about the Tuskegee Airmen, perhaps some of the most important combat missions flown by the 332nd Fighter Group. Les, I and legendary figures in the history of the U.S. Armed found out, was the first African American commissioned Services during World War II. as a bomber pilot, serving in the 477th Composite Group. Little did I know that I had a personal connection to The fact that Les never told me about his experience these heroic men. Back when I was just a fourth grader, – I took dance classes from him from fourth grade until my mother decided that I was going to take dance classes. I graduated from Junipero Serra High School – says She didn’t ask me – she just drove me down to the Les much about him and about the other men who served. -
June 2020 the Entire Country
CAF RISE ABOVE® Inspiring young people to RISE ABOVE adversity using the lessons and stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). For the past few months we have been struggling to cope with a pandemic that has affected the entire world. While there are certainly some areas and regions which are more greatly impacted, it appears for the most part things are turning around. I was anticipating writing to everyone this month about the dust and clouds clearing, but the horrible and inexcusable actions that resulted in the death of a man named George Floyd, brought to the Photo courtesy Chris Ebon forefront another issue, discrimination, that has crippled In This Issue - June 2020 the entire country. • Tour schedule at a glance The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) adamantly condemns racism - • Greetings from the Ambassador discrimination or bias against any individual or group due to race, religion, team age, or gender. We vigorously support people’s rights to peacefully assemble, • Volunteer Spotlight protest, and communicate their concerns and frustrations. • Tuskegee Airmen: Did you know Many of us have been around for long enough to know that this pain and • Our mission in action suffering has unfortunately gone on for far too long for generations of Black • Educational resources Americans. I am especially moved when I think about how many black men • Tuskegee Airmen Profiles: Terry and women have valiantly served in defense of America, fighting for freedom, Bailey which they do not equally receive at home. • And then there where women! Octavia M. Bridgewater As the leader of an organization whose mission is to educate, honor, and • Tuskegee Airmen: Quote of the inspire, I believe that the Commemorative Air Force has a responsibility to act. -
Groom Dac-Gab
Iredell County, N. C. Marriage Register - Groom Index A - K (1854-1964) Surname Given Name Surname Given Name Age R Date Official Witnesses G/B Dacons J. F. William Laura 35/21 W 11/12/1893 J. G. Weatherman (Min) W. C. Weatherman, W. M. New Hope Tns. Pratt Dacons Jonah Anderson Roxie 21/22 W 10/27/1917 J. E. Prevett (Min) B. M. Myers, A. L. Wilson, Iredell Co. Iredell Co. New Hope Tns. M. A. Souther Dacons Preston Martin Julia 29/26 C 2/22/1906 W. A. Jordan (JP) John D. Williams, Houston Iredell Co. Iredell Co. New Hope Tns. Jordan Dacons Thomas Tidline Octa 31/21 C 2/4/1897 E. Parker (Min) B. E. Felts, J. A. Souther, L. Iredell Co. Iredell Co. New Hope Tns. C. Felts Dacons William Dewey Linney Florence 22/22 C 6/19/1921 E. D. Duboes (Min) Laura Dubose, Emma Parks, Iredell Co. Alexander Co. Eagle Mills Tns. JimDalton Dagenhardt Jacob Fulbright Catherine - - 4/3/1867 J. M. Smith (Min) none Dagenhart Adam Sylvester Massey Beulah 23/19 W 12/10/1905 E. F. Griffith (Min) R. L. Bradford, James A. Alexander Co. Iredell Co. Shiloh Tns. Price, D. L. Morrow Dagenhart Albert Cephus Harris Grace Lucille 21/24 W 11/30/1933 N. Q. Harris (Min) Troy Sloan, Parley Goforth, Statesville #2 Statesville #2 Sharpsburg Tns. Hattie Harris Dagenhart Amos M. Massey Mary Jane 26/20 W 10/29/1905 T. E. Weaver (Min) M. N. Watt, O. S. Dagenhart, Alexander Co. Iredell Co. Iredell Co. Anthe Dagenhart Dagenhart Andrew W. -
FROM the FLIGHT LINE Volume 4, Issue 3
TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, INC. · P.O. BOX 9166 · ARLINGTON, VA 22219 September 2009 FROM THE FLIGHT LINE Volume 4, Issue 3 Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. 38th Annual National Convention Post Convention Newsletter The 38th Annual National Convention was held on August 6-9, 2009, at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Many thanks to everyone for a very successful convention! Report of the President, Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. to the 38th Convention, Las Vegas, NV August 6, 2009 Dear Members: Allow me to start this report with a summary of activities of the year. Following the Annual Convention in Philadelphia, PA, in August, we moved very aggressively forward towards the Grand Opening of the Tuskegee Airmen National Site at Moton Field. It was an exciting event and well attended by the Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen (DOTAs), elected officials and other dignitaries, plus family members and the general public. That event was followed by a tribute to the DOTAs including Lionel Richie and Tom Joyner, both with ties to Tuskegee. Next began a number of recognition events to the DOTAs; recognition at the Department of Defense's Presidential Executive Order 9981, integrating the United States military; induction into the International Air and Space Hall of Fame at the San Diego Aviation Air and Space Museum in San Diego, CA; receipt of the Achievement Award from the Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame: the Inauguration of the 44th President of the United States of America; receipt of the Trumpet Award in Atlanta, GA; and other awards and recognition for their exploits and achievements. -
The Dixie Dispatch DIXIE WING, COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE, PEACHTREE CITY, GA Col Frank Kalinowski, Editor - [email protected]
The Dixie Dispatch DIXIE WING, COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE, PEACHTREE CITY, GA www.dixiewing.org Col Frank Kalinowski, Editor - [email protected] November 2016 Education through living history. Keep 'em flying. Dixie Wing Staff Realizing that most of you will Officers /Contacts be reading this after a busy and festive Thanksgiving day, the Wing Leader staff of the Dixie Dispatch Col Jay Bess sends wishes that the [email protected] remainder of the year is both productive and interesting. Executive Officer Col Larry Combs [email protected] We look forward to a successful 2017, which should bring Adjutant having all of our aircraft in Col Malcolm Lelliott flying condition, an increased [email protected] membership, an expanded Finance Officer WWII Heritage Days, and an Col Paul Zampol even better Atlanta Warbird [email protected] Weekend. Maintenance Officer Col Bob Heath [email protected] Operations Officer Col Jim Buckley [email protected] WHAT'S INSIDE? Recruiting Officer Col Gerhard Frenz 2 ..... From the Left Seat [email protected] 3 ..... From Some Other Seat; What’s That? Public Information Officer 4 ..... Finance Report; New Colonels Col Steve Forsyth 5 ..... Maintenance Report [email protected] 6 ..... Talk About Safety; PLANE CRAZY Marketing Officer Trivia Time Quiz Col Moreno "Mo" Aguiari 7 ..... Scenes From The Hangar; [email protected] 8 ..... Bookmaster Safety Officer 9 ..... Supermarine Spitfire– Part Three Col Rodney Higginbotham 10-11 Wright Master Pilot Awards Rodneyhigginbotham @gmail.com 12-14 Hell Broke Loose In Hawaii Air Show Scheduling 15 ..... Gone West Col Phillip Beegle 16 ..... WWII HERITAGE DAYS - 2017 [email protected] 17 .... -
Tales of the Tuskegee Airmen: Pre/Post-Lesson Packet February 25, 2020
Tales of the Tuskegee Airmen: Pre/Post-Lesson Packet February 25, 2020 This packet was developed to provide students with greater context into the story of the Tuskegee Airmen prior to the Streamable Learning program with the Virginia War Memorial, as well as discussion questions for afterwards. Teachers are strongly encouraged to go over the biography of Howard Baugh before the program, as the speakers are the sons of Captain Baugh. The glossary and descriptions of planes may be useful for students to have during the program itself. The program will consist of approximately 30 minutes of presentation followed by a question and answer period, so please have questions ready. Questions may be sent in advance to Morgan Guyer at [email protected]. I. Glossary II. Howard Baugh Biography III. Tuskegee Planes IV. Discussion Questions V. Additional Resources VI. Howard Baugh Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. GLOSSARY Tuskegee Institute: founded in Alabama in 1881 as a school for African-Americans. United States Army Air Corps: the predecessor to the US Air Force, the USAAC was the aerial warfare service of the United States Army from 1926-1947 Congressional Medal of Honor: the United States’ highest military honor, awarded for personal acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty Harlem Hellfighters: the 369th Infantry unit in World War I (1914-1918), which consisted of only African-Americans and received many awards for bravery in action HBCU: Historically Black College or University Willa Brown: first African-American woman to become a Master Mechanic, a US trained pilot, and a member of the Civil Air Patrol Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of the United States from 1933-1945, famously flew in a plane with a black pilot at Tuskegee Plessy v.