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In This Issue - June 2018

• Tour schedule at a glance

• Greetings from the Ambassador team

• Quote of the month

• Counting the days to EAA AirVenture

• Event photos

• Our mission in action

• Profiles of Tuskegee Airmen: Fred Brewer

• CAF Red Tail Squadron Virtual Museum

• Shop with us

• Did you know

• Blue Skies

• In your words

• Join the Top Flight Club!

• Free RISE ABOVE Resource Kit

• Buddy I Will Never Forget by Dr. Harold Brown

• Tuskegee Airman Lynched By an Austrian Mob Is Commemorated 73 Years Later

• Archive photos

• Thank you new supporters

• Our Squadron in the news

• For more information

Photo courtesy Shawn Orton - Sky Wild Photography

A look back at D-Day

“You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you.

The hopes and prayers of liberty loving people everywhere march with you.”~ General Dwight D. EisenhowerCommander, Operation Overlord

74 years ago today marks the tide that began to turn the War in Europe. D-Day, June 6, 1944, would mark the invasion that would drive the Nazis out of France, and eventually win back the continent from their tyrannical grip. All the efforts of the Allies in the months and years prior laid the groundwork for this mission, including the work of the Tuskegee Airmen in the European Theater. Before dawn on D-Day, 13,000 paratroopers leapt into darkness straight into enemy territory in Normandy, France, and an additional 5,000 would follow later that day. Naval and air forces bombarded Hitler’s Atlantic Wall off the coast. 156,000 Allied soldiers stormed the beaches from 5,000 ships and landing craft. This orchestrated attack on D-Day and the days that followed created a breach in the Nazi hold over the country. This allowed in mass amounts of troops, supplies and equipment that would press on into the occupied country, liberate Paris by August 25 and begin the end of World War II, marked by the surrender of the Nazis on May 8, 1945, Victory in Europe Day. Over 9,000 lives were lost in Operation Overlord, 4,000 of those on D-Day. Although no Tuskegee Airmen took part in this invasion, their work and that of other squadrons of the U.S. Army Air Forces, would play an important role in the success of this epic mission. The Tuskegee Airmen were first deployed to combat in April of 1943, sent to French Morocco before moving on to Europe for missions over the Mediterranean, Italy and into the heart of action farter north. Missions included strafing targets on the ground, taking out surface targets like enemy ammunitions factories, fuel refineries and transportation routes. They provided close air support for ground troops and also escorted bombers on their precarious trips into the heart of Nazi territory in Germany to take out key targets. These missions would prepare for and support the tactics of Operation Overlord. More than seven decades have passed since these brave Americans took up arms to defend our country, and the freedom and dignity of all our Allied nations. The heroic men who fought their way into enemy territory on D-Day provided the catalyst to spark the beginning of the end of the War, and the missions of the Tuskegee Airmen and others made that success possible. One of our fellow Commemorative Air Force units, the CAF D-Day Wing, is currently making preparations to take several CAF aircraft back to Normandy in June of 2019 to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day, including the C-47 That’s All, Brother, the lead paratrooper transport aircraft on D-Day. Doug Rozendaal, CAF Red Tail Squadron P-51C Mustang pilot and Squadron Leader, has played a leading role in the renovation of that remarkable aircraft. Learn more about their efforts at CAFDDayWing.org.

PLEASE CHECK OUR SCHEDULE ONLINE FOR UPDATES!

DATE EVENT LOCATION

June 13-16 Rockwell CollinsRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit

Annapolis, MD

June 23-24 Vectren Dayton Air ShowRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Dayton, OH

July 2-4 Iowa Falls Flight BreakfastRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Iowa Falls, IA Airport

July 6-11 American Barnstormers TourRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Ames, IA

July 23-29 EAA AirVentureRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit

Oshkosh, WI

August 1-5 2018 Airport DayRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Greenwood, IN

August 17-19 Terre Haute AirshowRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Terre Haute, IN

August 22-23 Friends of Detroit City AirportRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Detroit City Airport, MI

August 25-26 Thunder Over MichiganRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Willow Run Airport Ypsilanti, MI

September 8 Red Tails Over Montgomery AirshowRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Montgomery, AL

September 26-30 Ouachita Speaker SeriesRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit

Hot Springs Village, AR

October 3-7 University of Central ArkansasRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit

Conway, AR

October 17-21 Florida International Air ShowRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit & P-51C Mustang

Punta Gorda, FL

October 25-28 4th Annual Harvest Festival AirshowRISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit

Fredericksburg, VA

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2018 RISE ABOVE: RED TAIL TOUR SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

Logistics Coordinator Kristi Younkin

To bring the CAF Red Tail Squadron’s RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang Tuskegee Airmen to your event, contact Kristi Younkin, Senior Logistics Coordinator, at logistics@redtail.org or (479) 228-4520.

“Our objective is to carry the lessons and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen into every classroom in America!”

~Don Hinz, CAF Red Tail Squadron program founder

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GREETINGS FROM THE AMBASSADOR TEAM!

Volunteer Coordinator Melanie Burden

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure, loyalty, and persistence.” ~ General Colin Powell, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Artwork “Wulf Hunt” by Stan Stokes

We are already half way through the year and what a busy year it’s been. Last month we had a fantastic turn out at the Open House at the Wayne County Airport in Ohio. We were graced by the presence of Tuskegee Airman Dr. Harold Brown and his wife Dr. Marsha Bordner. Thank you to our Ambassador Duane Sims for helping us out at such a busy event.

The RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang then travelled onto Toledo. Thank You to our Ambassador Eric Richter for volunteering your time.

Wrapping up the month the Traveling Exhibit and Mustang moved westward to the Open House at the Mercer County Airport in Bluefield, West Virginia. Thank you again to Duane Sims for travelling from Rochester, NY. Your dedication to the team is invaluable!

If you would like to learn more about becoming a CAF Red Tail Ambassador, whether helping out with the RISE ABOVE Travelling Exhibit or contributing to our Virtual Museum, please contact me at volunteer@redtail.org. I look forward to hearing from you!

Ambassador Eric Richter

Ambassador Duane Sims with Clint Ransom, the Mercer County Airport

Manager

Dr. Brown shakes the hand of a young fan. Photo courtesy Bobby Warren

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COUNTING THE DAYS TO EAA AIRVENTURE!

Mark your calendars to come see us at 2018 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI July 23-29!

The CAF Red Tail Squadron is honored to have Tuskegee Airmen Col Charles McGee and Lt Colonel George Hardy joining us for this landmark aviation event of the airshow season! Be sure to bring your family to KidVenture where the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit will be on display and be part of the “Future Pilot” program. Kids earn special tool kits by completing KidVenture’s exciting hands-on activities that introduce them exciting new aviation and science concepts.

Kids who visit the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and watch the RISE ABOVE movie will also receive a free inspirational dog tag featuring our Six Guiding Principles©, AIM HIGH - BELIEVE IN YOURSELF - USE YOUR BRAIN - NEVER QUIT - BE READY TO GO - EXPECT TO WIN. CAF Red Tail Squadron Ambassadors will be on hand to guide kids through special activities at the Exhibit. You’ll also get the chance to meet our special guest Tuskegee Airmen in person for photos and autographs!

The CAF Red Tail Squadron will also participate in events with the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) and other groups. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and on our events calendar for updated times and events.

The P-51C Mustang Tuskegee Airmen will be on display at AirVenture’s Warbird Alley - it’s every warbird fan’s paradise! “Warbirds in Review,” hosted by EAA Warbirds of America, brings the story of an aircraft alive during the week of AirVenture, Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Warbird Alley. Stop in for an in-depth look at the featured aircraft and the veterans who flew them! Better yet, join us Saturday, July 28 at 1:00 p.m. to hear Tuskegee Airmen Col McGee and Lt Col Hardy share their perspective and experience!

Charles McGee

George Hardy

Photo courtesy Kevin Hong, Sector K Media, LLC

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EVENT PHOTOS To see more photos, please visit our Facebook page! Be sure to LIKE and SHARE!

Photo highlights from Wayne County Airport Open House and the Toledo Public Schools Aerospace Center

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Photo courtesy of the Wayne County, OhioBoard of Commissioners

Photo courtesy Bobby Warren

Watch the Parade to welcome the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit® in Wayne County Ohio!

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Photo highlights from 2018 Wings and Wheels Car Show and Air Show at the Mercer County Airport, WV

Photo courtesy Kim Pardon

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OUR MISSION IN ACTIONHere are some more inspirational poems written by students from the Ricks School at the University of Denver, Denver, Colorado.

When I get to be a Tuskegee Airman,

I will fly a p-51 Mustang

and protect the bombers.

I will sleep in a small bed

and start flying at the crack of dawn.

I will be best friends with another man,

and he is going to be a mechanic.

I will hear the bombs explode.

When I get back,

I won’t sleep so well.

For the bed next to me

is empty.

And then I’ll wonder,

Do we really have to fight for rights

that are rightfully ours?

By: N.C.

When I get to be a Tuskegee Airman, I will soar above the world,escorting bombers,and destroying enemy aircraft.I will prove to everyone that I can be a fighter pilot,and that I can be part of the military,even though I am black. I will become one of the greatest fighter pilots ever.I will break the sound barrier. I will hear the loud noises of the propeller,and smell the nasty exhaust. I will see bombings and destruction.I will see violence.I will feel happy when I see my fellow soldiers every night.But most importantly,I will taste the victory.

By: B.D.

Looking for some guidance to integrate the lessons of the Tuskegee Airmen into your classroom or motivational program? Download the free RISE ABOVE Resource Kit! You’ll get access to a treasure trove of digital materials to start using right away.

Want to go a step further? Check out all the affordable supporting educational materials available!

Why should other students learn about the Tuskegee Airmen? It makes them aware of the things that

happened and because it was a very interesting to learn things about other planes and what pilots went through in the war.

They are an important part of American and African American history.

QuestionWhat students say about using the RISE ABOVE Resource Kit

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PROFILES OF TUSKEGEE AIRMEN: FRED L. BREWER Class 44-C -SE 3/12/1944 2nd Lt. O824827 Charlotte, SC

2nd Lt Fred Brewer of the 100th Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group,

15th Army Air Force

Tuskegee Airman Fred Brewer’s family would never see him again after he left to fly and fight in Europe during World War II. Although not much is known about Brewer’s life, we honor his service and reflect on his achievements.

Fred Lorenzo Brewer Jr. was born in 1921 in Charlotte, North Carolina to Fred and Janis Brewer. He had one sister, Gladys. The family attended Ebenezer Baptist Church in Charlotte.

In 1938, Brewer graduated from the Second Ward High School in Charlotte, then went on to attend Shaw University in Raleigh. While in college, he was listed in the 1941-42 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges; served as editor of the Shaw Journal and Bear during his junior and senior years; was a student representative at the National Intercollegiate Christian Council at Lake Geneva, Wisconsin in 1941; and was a delegate to the National Conference of Negro Youth in 1942. Brewer graduated from Shaw University in 1942.

Brewer was married to Juanita Brewer, but their date and location of marriage was not able to be determined.

In November of 1943, Brewer enlisted in the U.S. Army. He went on to train to become a single engine fighter pilot at Tuskegee Army Air Field in Tuskegee, Alabama. He graduated from advanced flight training with class 44-C-SE on March 12, 1944, then received combat training in April at Selfridge Air Field and in May at Walterboro Army Air Field before being sent overseas to fly in the European Theater of the War shortly after. He was the only Tuskegee Airman pilot from Mekelnburg County, North Carolina.

While on a return flight to Ramitelli Air Field, Italy from an escort mission on October 20, 1944, 2nd Lt. Brewer’s P-51C Mustang “Travelin’ Lite” stalled at about 19,000 feet while climbing to altitude in ovecast conditions. Members of 100th Fighter Squadron had been escorting B-24s of the 49th Bombardment Wing to and from Regensburg, Germany.

For his service, he was awarded the Purple Heart and Air Medal with one bronze oak leaf cluster,

which was given to his family.

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It is believed his aircraft went down at roughly 11:15 a.m. due to engine trouble 3.5 miles northwest of Dellach, Germany, which is now part of Austria. He was last sighted by Tuskegee Airman 2nd Lt. Charles Duke. “While we were climbing through an overcast, I saw Lt. Brewer pull up too steeply and stall out,” 2nd Lt. Charles H. Duke wrote in a military report. “I immediately lost sight of him in the clouds.”

His body was not recovered and he was designated killed in action. Brewer was only 23 years old. Read the Missing Air Crew Report (MACR) in the CAF Red Tail Squadron Virtual Museum.

Tuskegee Airman Capt. Alfonza W. Davis was also reported missing and killed near the Gulf of Trieste on that same mission. The official MACR lists the cause as unknown.

Remains were later found near the site but not enough evidence was ascertained to identify them as Brewer’s. Those remains are marked unknown and laid to rest at Florence American Cemetery south of Florence, Italy. Brewer is memorialized in their Tablets of the Missing that includes 1,409 inscribed names and sits atop a hill overlooking the graves of American soldiers recovered and laid to rest.

For his service, he was awarded the Purple Heart and Air Medal with one bronze oak leaf cluster, which was given to his family. Brewer must have been a source of joy and pride for his family. 2nd Lt. Brewer, we honor you for your service to our country and may you rest in peace.

Florence American Cemetary Tablets of the Missing

Tuskegee Airman Fred Brewer Tablet of the Missing

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Thank you to Katherine Rasdorf for submitting this information. WWII POW/MIA Researcher MIA Recovery Network

Excerpts from the MIA RECOVERY NETWORK, INC. CASE SUMMARY REPORT

SEARCH AND RECOVERY: 2LT Donald H. Lanier, an investigator with AGRS at the time, interviewed Mr. L’Ufficiable Sanitario, of the commune of Moggio Udinese, Italy. In his testimony, Mr. Sanitario believed that an American fighter plane, occupied by one aviator, crashed on Sunday, 29 October, 1944, at 11A.M. Mr. Sanitario further states that the remains were buried at the Communal Cemetery (of Moggio Udinese), row 2, grave 30.6 In August 1946, upon disinterment from the communal cemetery of Moggio Udine, forensic analysis was performed on the remains of X-125 resulting in findings that included the age estimate to be between 23-25 years. However, due to the paucity of remains, a height estimate was unable to be accomplished. The Report of Disinterment, contained in the X-File for X-125, further notes that “the plane crashed back in Mountain from town of Moggio Udinese. Body was removed from scene of crash and buried in Civilian Cemetery of Moggio Udinese”. 2LT Lanier notates that “The man is definitely American. The plane was a single engine type. However the motor could not be located as a large landslide had covered side of Mountain since time of crash. However the receiver of the 50 Cal Machine Gun was found and the number thereon recorded above”. The machine gun number was written as “12475808 – 50 Cal M.G.” on entry 9, of the Report of Disinterment.

In February 2017, the contents of the X-File for X-125 Mirandola were reexamined by historians at MIA Recovery Network, Inc. An analysis was conducted to determine all unaccounted-for service members who occupied single engine aircraft losses, on 29 October 1944. Only 2LT Brewer, and Captain Alfonza W. Davis (MACR #9586) fit those

circumstances. CAPT Davis was last seen 45 degree 23 minutes north, 13 degree 10 minutes east. It is believed that CAPT Davis’ P-51D aircraft was lost in the Adriatic Sea, at 1245 hours.

After further review of MACR 9600, it was noted that the left wing’s second .50 caliber machine gun serial number was “1257808”. This is close to “12475808”, which is documented in the Report of Disinterment contained in the X-File of X-125 Mirandola. There is an additional number, “4”, contained in the serial number provided within the X-File. An additional explainable discrepancy are the numbers, “7” and “5” which are switched. Moreover, the last known position of 2LT Brewer’s P-51C aircraft, was determined to be “3 ½ miles NW Dellach, Germany” (Now modern day Dellach, Austria). This last known position is 19 miles, straight-line distance, northwest from Moggio Udinese, the location from where X-125 Mirandola was recovered.

NEXT STEPS: With renewed access to declassified historical records and advances in scientific analysis, including DNA technology, it is now likely that the remains of X-125 Mirandola can be identified as those of 2LT Fred L. Brewer, Jr. Therefore, it is requested that the remains of X-125 Mirandola be disinterred for attempts to identify the remains as those of 2LT Brewer. DNA Family Reference Sample(s) (FRS), from 2LT Brewer’s family need to be collected by the U.S.Army’s Past Conflict Repatriation Branch (PCRB), and placed on file at the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory (AFDIL), for DNA comparison analysis.

Robert M. RumsbyHistorianMIA Recovery Network, Inc.

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CAF Red Tail Squadron Virtual Museum

Check out all the great pieces in the CAF Red Tail Squadron Virtual Museum!

Have something to share? Submit a photo of your Tuskegee Airmen artifact, artwork or memorial and be entered into our monthly prize drawing!

Visit Profiles of Tuskegee Airmen and take a closer look at the lives and accomplishments of some of the famed Tuskegee Airmen. New profiles are added regularly and will grow as the staff and volunteer of the CAF Red Tail Squadron continue their tireless efforts to research and share the remarkable stories of these important American figures.

We need YOUR help to build an epic virtual memorial to the Tuskegee Airmen!

The CAF Red Tail Squadron’s Virtual Museum has an entire section of our online collection dedicated to memorials related to the Tuskegee Airmen. And now, we need YOUR help to build an interactive map of memorials!

Contribute to our project June 1-30 and be entered in a drawing to win an official CAF Red Tail Squadron P-51C Mustang mug. Hurry, we need your help during the month of May so we can launch our Tuskegee Airmen Interactive Memorial Map in June!

We believe it’s important to seek out and document all memorials to Tuskegee Airmen, across the U.S. and beyond, to showcase the support communities everywhere have for these American trailblazers. You can help honor the Tuskegee Airmen by sleuthing out memorials that should be included in the CAF Red Tail Squadron Virtual Museum and our exciting interactive map, which will help educate others about their important contributions to our nation’s history.

We have found these hidden gems in libraries, public parks, cemeteries, airports and other spots off the beaten path. Can you spot one in your community or home state? Dig in to this fun project and help us create the Tuskegee Airmen Interactive Memorial Map! Snap a picture and submit online!

Enter to win an official CAF Red Tail Squadron P-51C Mustang mug!

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Tuskegee Airman license plate cover $8

Show your support for the Tuskegee Airmen while on the road! This unique CAF Red Tail Squadron license plate frame.looks great AND supports the educational outreach work of the Squadron.

332nd plush panther $28

Celebrate the achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen with this plush mascot of the 332nd Fighter Group. The pilots and support crew of the 332nd were made up of the 99th, 100th, 301st and 302nd Fighter Squadrons that trained to fly combat missions in the European Theater of World War II. Learn more about the units of the Tuskegee Airmen and expand your appreciation for these American heroes! Order your mascot today for yourself or a special child who can be inspired by the legendary Tuskegee Airmen.

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DID YOU KNOW?

June 12, 1944: The 99th Fighter Squadron flew four missions, destroying 12 enemy motor vehicles and damaging 25 others. (99th Fighter Squadron War Diary for June 1944)

June 12, 1945: The 332d Fighter Group was relieved of its assignment to the XV Fighter Command (Provisional) and was assigned to the 305th Bombardment Wing, despite the fact that the group flew fighters. (332d Fighter Group history, June 1945)

June 12, 1947: Tuskegee Army Air Field closed permanently when the 385th AAF Base Unit, the last unit there, was discontinued. (385th AAF Base Unit organization record card).

Blue skies...Tuskegee Airman John L. Harrison, Jr.December 14, 1920 - March 22, 2017

Class 43-K-TE 12/5/1943 2nd Lt. 0817600 Omaha, NE

Watch this moving tribute to Tuskegee Airman Remembered Major John L. Harrison, Jr. at the Chapel of Four Chaplains in Arlington, VAby Patrick J. Hughes

John L. Harrison, Jr. was an U.S. Air Force command pilot with 22 years of service. He graduated from the Tuskegee Class 43-K. He had flown prop fighters, sea planes, two engine, four engine and jet fighter planes crossing the Pacific Ocean over 50 times, the Atlantic Ocean 35 times.

Thank you to Katherine Rasdorf for submitting this information. WWII POW/MIA ResearcherMIA Recovery Network

Photo courtesy Patrick J. Hughes U.S.M.C. ChuLai 67-68 Rolling Thunder® Inc. National Photographer

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IN YOUR WORDS

I loved the program. I’m ashamed to say that this is the first time I’ve heard of the Tuskegee Airmen and I think the educational value was over the top. Thank you for taking the time and effort to educate us. I know there’s a lot of festivals in Ohio during this time a year and you may be able to capture large audience with all the festivals in the area.~Paula Watkins

It was a real privilege to visit the exhibit here at the Wayne County Airport. I had read Harold Brown’s book this past winter, so it was very meaningful to view the film and see the airplane that he wrote about. My wife is disabled, and although she insisted on taking the stairs, I really appreciate the fact that the theater was accessible. I have some young grandchildren and at least one, the 10 year old, is interested in history. He lives in Cincinnati and I would encourage his family to visit when you are in the area.

I speak to youngsters at the Model T museum here in Smithville and will emphasize the concept of following one’s dreams a little more after viewing your exhibit. Thank you again for honoring the brave individuals associated with the Tuskegee Airman.~Norm Ream

I had an awesome time. Watching a real P-51 flying and talking to Mr. Brown was something I won’t forget. Sometimes when you get information about our history it’s not always factual. This is firsthand. Excellent!~David Bowers

We thought the movie and the mustang were both spectacular! Both should somehow be required viewing for every student and every age. Thanks for giving Wayne County the opportunity to experience this remarkable exhibit. ~Thomas Loy

Your programs was wonderful. My dad was in WWII as an Army medic. He would never talk about his experience in the Burna-China Theater. I think it is great to hear historical things happened during this time. My granddaughter mentioned she would like to read Dr. Brown’s book now too. Thank you for doing this to help more people understand the importance of the Tuskegee Airmen and their history. ~Shelley Bower

My name is John Clay, and I am the President of the Wooster/Orrville NAACP. We were stakeholders in the CAF Red Tail Squadron event held at the Wayne County Airport. I absolutely loved this event. The combination of being thrilled by the P-51-C Mustang to the educational opportunity to school aged students, thru adults that did not even know who the Tuskegee Airmen were! 9 out of 10 people that I asked about the Tuskegee Airmen had no idea who these American heroes were.

Terry and Jeanette are two people that I just fell in love with. They are down to earth, sincere kind genuine people. I made it a point to get them aside and express to them that the work that they have dedicated the last (8) years of there life to is important and greatly needed to help America learn about a not generally taught, and somewhat forgotten chapter of American history. I hope that I can get to another CAF event very soon. Dr. Harold Brown is an amazing man, that I was thrilled to have the chance to shake his hand. He and his wife took the time to answer my sons numerous questions, plus take pictures with us.

Thank you so very much! ~ John Clay

I have been an avid WWII buff for as many years as I can remember. I have read more books than I can remember and recently I donated my collection the Air museum at the Akron Canton Airport. This way others can read about our history in the air. I have not however read many accounts of this group and for that I am sorry. It was for this reason I wanted to see your exhibit and program.

I came away if a sense of amazement as to the conflicts this group was able to overcome and establish such an honored group of Airmen. I was recently watching a program from years ago “12 O’clock High” and on the program were the Tuskegee Airmen providing cover for the 12th Air Force bomber wing enroute to Germany. I took great pride in watching this program and knowing that these Airmen did not treat the bomber crews as they were being treated and when they proved themselves how the bombers came to ask for these amazing Tuskegee Airmen.

Thank you for your program.~Dwayne Douglas

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JOIN THE TOP FLIGHT CLUB!

We are excited to tell you about our NEW Top Flight Club membership, which just launched!

Are you interested in supporting the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen with the CAF Red Tail Squadron? The Top Flight Club will give members an exclusive avenue to shape our outreach efforts and contribute to the mission.

Top Flight Club members will have the exclusive opportunity to provide their feedback on the allocation of the funds raised through membership to support the CAF Red Tail Squadron’s educational outreach efforts, as well as an annual report detailing their membership dues at work. In addition, members will receive a special member-only Top Flight Club hat and annual pin, and will collect a different pin each year upon renewal.

“We are grateful to those who so generously support the mission of the CAF Red Tail Squadron to educate and inspire people of all ages with the lessons of the Tuskegee Airmen,” said Doug Rozendaal, CAF Red Tail Squadron leader. “Our new Top Flight Club offers a meaningful way to participate in our educational outreach efforts. If you believe, like we do, that the message of the Tuskegee Airmen can benefit young people now and into the future, then I encourage you to consider becoming a member and pledging your support.”

CAF Red Tail Squadron Top Flight Club members will receive a VIP card that will earn them a discount on merchandise when they visit the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit at one of the Squadron’s events around the country during their annual tour. One-year memberships begin on the date of application and may be renewed at the end of the term the following year.

To join, fill out the Top Flight Club membership application!

This card entitles you to 10% off your purchase at redtail.org and at the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit®.

CAF Red Tail Squadron®

Top Flight Club Member

Enter code ____________ at checkout online

Colonel Charles McGee, Original Tuskegee Airman302nd Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group

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What teachers and parents say about using the RISE ABOVE Resource Kit

I use the Triumph Over Adversity – RISE ABOVE. The Story of the Tuskegee Airmen booklets as a hand out in my Law & Ethics Capstone course at Miami University in the module involving bias and equal opportunity. They are a terrific catalyst to facilitate understanding and respect for fellow men and women as well as contributions to society.~Dr. Karen Meyers

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How did your students benefit? It was a good foundation for teaching the students about setting and achieving goals.

It gave them background knowledge a lot of them didn’t have about the Tuskegee Airmen.

Question Answer

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Featured in the AARP The Magazine, April/May 2018 - Veterans, Military and Their FamiliesAs told to William W. Horne, Christina Ianzito, Mike Tharp, Garrett M. Graff, Julia Lobaco and Garrett Schaffel.

World War II, 1945

Lieutenant George Iles by Lieutenant Colonel Harold Brown

Harold Brown and his buddy George Iles were two of the nearly 1,000 African American pilots known as Tuskegee Airmen in the segregated military of the 1940s. Both men flew in the 99th Fighter Squadron of the U.S. Army Air Corps

in Europe.

I was on a strafing mission in Germany in March when a locomotive I was shooting at exploded beneath me and I had to bail out. Soon after, I got picked up by the Germans — which was a good thing, since the civilians were ready to kill me — and taken to a POW camp near Nuremberg. Whenever they brought new guys in, all of the old inmates would hang on the fence looking for someone from their squadron. Well, that was quite a thing when I saw my buddy George hanging there — almost indescribable. I was alone, frightened to death, and there I see his familiar face. The chances were about one in umpteen million. We’d flown together. Trained together. Went overseas together. Now we were POWs together.

And we ended up being the only black guys in our compound. I joke that the first time I was integrated in the military was when I was a POW.

After just 10 days, the Germans marched us and 10,000 other POWs to another camp north of Munich because the Americans were getting close. It took us almost two weeks to get there, walking in groups of 200, sleeping under the stars. We were always hungry. The Germans didn’t even have enough food for themselves. Once a day they’d bring in a big pot supposed to be soup, which was really nothing more than water. George and I did what we could: Once we cooked up dandelion greens. And instead of opening up two tins of Spam, we would open up one tin and share it to make our food last that much longer.We were in the new prison for about two weeks when we started hearing the tanks rumbling. We knew it wouldn’t be long. Then on April 29, 1945, General George S. Patton came through with his tanks, knocked down the fences and liberated us. Iles and I and everybody else were hollering and screaming, so happy, happy! The war was over for us!

Back home we were stationed together for a while, then eventually led our separate lives. But I’ve always considered him a big brother. We couldn’t have been closer. Brown, 92, is the co-author of a new memoir, Keep Your Airspeed Up, and lives in Port Clinton, Ohio. Iles went on to become an Air Force Colonel and passed away in 2004.

George Iles, third from the right, with fellow Tuskegee Airmen and a Curtiss P-40 Warhawk.

Photo courtesy Air Force Historical Research Agency

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Tuskegee Airman Lynched By an Austrian Mob Is Commemorated 73 Years Later

By Tia Berger -May 29, 2018

Walter Manning (photo via Raf Dyckmans Fields of Honor database)

A Tuskegee Airman’s legacy is being kept alive by his friend who flew side-by-side with him before the hero was killed.

On April 1, 1945 Harry Stewart Jr. who’s also a fellow Tuskegee airman recalls the day that his friend Walter Manning, a courageous soldier who fought during War World II, was captured and hung by an Austrian mob named the “Werewolf.”

“We flew rather frequent missions and I was flying along with him and at times maybe flying his wing,” Stewart remembered.

TUSKEGEE AIRMAN WALTER P. MANNINGClass 44-D-SE 4/15/1944 2nd Lt. 0828053 Philadelphia, PA

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The 93-year-old pilot told Detroit Free Press, the pair were on an escort mission to Austria and that’s when Manning’s plane was shot down. The pilot was seized after the white gang broke into the jailhouse and lynched him according to the Austrian government.

The European country chose to honor Manning 73 years later on the same day of the tragedy by having a “memorial event” and national parade, Stewart said.

“As far as the Austrian government is concerned, it shows contrition on their part in recognizing the terrible thing that was done to Walter. I also have to credit them in saying it shows moral courage for them to stand up and say ‘Yeah, we did it. We’re sorry,” the pilot relayed.

Stewart said he’s making it his duty to keep his friend’s memory alive.

“My whole feeling is that this is something that the American people know nothing about… Even more so, the African-American community knows nothing about this. And not only that, what’s left of the Tuskegee Airmen knows nothing about this. What I did was I brought this information back to the United States with me … and I said, ‘I don’t think this is something that should just stay in Austria’,” the war veteran exclaimed.

“It is the only documented history of an atrocity taking place against a black airman,” Stewart said. “It’s a part of our history.”

The 93-year-old said the Austrian government believes that other American pilots besides Manning were also terrorized by the mob and the country plans on conducting an investigation.

The Tuskegee Airmen were formed in 1941 and Stewart recalls the many memories of Manning.

“I remember he was a good swimmer,” the pilot said. “I remember we were taking a swimming lifeguard training course together and I remember how well he swam. He passed the course with flying colors. … I remember a dance that we had. It was a cadet dance. I remember Walter and his girlfriend at the dance.”

Stewart hopes that Manning is commemorated or memorialized in World War II museums across the United States and especially in Manning’s hometown of Philadelphia.

Harry T. Stewart, Jr., Lt Col USAF (Ret)A Tuskegee Airman

One of only 4 Tuskegee Airmen to achieve 3 aerial victories in one day

Winner of the first USAF “Top Gun” gunnery competitionRecipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross

ARCHIVE PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE AIR FORCE HISTORICAL RESEARCH AGENCY

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Tuskegee Airmen attending a briefing in Italy in 1945. Among those shown are: Hiram E. Mann, Cleveland, OH, Class 44-F; Newman C. Golden, Cincinnati, OH, 44-G; Bertram W. Wilson, Jr., Brooklyn, NY, 44-E; Samuel W. Watts, Jr., New York, NY, 44-E; Armour G. McDemoe, Martinsville, VA, 43-A; Howard C. Gamble, Charles Town, WV, 43-K; Harry T. Steward, Jr. Corona, NY, 44-F; Earle R. Lane, Wickliffe, OH, 44-D; Wyrain T. Shell, Brooklyn, NY, 44-F; Harold M. Morris, Seattle, WA, 44-D; John E. Edwards, Steubenville, OH, 44-C; John H. Porter, Cleveland, OH, 44-C; James H. Fischer?, Stoughton, MA44-G; Wyrain T. Shell, Brooklyn, NY, 44-F; William E. “Porky” Rice?, Swarthmore, PA, 44-G; Tony Weaver?; Charles L. White?, St. Louis, MO, 44-C; George Arnold Lynch, Valley Stream, NY, 44-F; Samuel L. Washington, Cleveland, OH, 44-F; Calvin J. Spann, Rutherford, NJ, 44-G; Frank N. Wright, Elmsford, NY, 44-F. At Ramitelli, Italy, March 1945. (Source: Tuskegee Airmen 332nd Fighter Group pilots.)Photographer Toni Frissell

A P-51C, 42-103968 of the 302nd FS, 332 FG taking off from Ramitelli AD in Italy. The 302nd FS had a red and yellow band just behind the spinner and a yellow rudder trim tab which are visible in this photo.

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Captain Alphonso Davis of Omaha, Nebraska in the cockpit of his 99th FS P-51B/C. He was killed on October 29, 1944 while flying a P-51D.

Lt. Hannibal M. “Killer” Cox of the 99th Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group. During the Korean War Cox flew over 100 missions with the 39th FIS, 51st FIW. He also flew jet fighters during the Vietnam war. He is one of only three Black aviators to have flown combat in three major wars.

“Apache” a red-tailed Mustang from the 99th Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group was assigned to Lt. Henry “Herky” Perry.

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