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CAF Red Tail Squadron is dedicated to bringing the history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen to life. The lessons of the Tuskegee Airmen are so much more than a page out of a World War II history book – they are an example of how to overcome any obstacle and triumph over your own adversities.
After the war, the Tuskegee Airmen made great personal achievements, continuing to break down racial barriers. Many of them went on to earn advanced degrees as doctors, entrepreneurs, and educators. Those who persevered in their military careers earned high rank, including two four-star generals.
CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP is dedicated to honoring the trailblazing Women Airforce Service Pilots of WWII for their courage and determination to serve our country, and share their story of inspiration to rise above any obstacle.
This group of heroic Americans exhibited bravery and determination in the face of many who felt that women could not do what was then considered a man’s job. Despite the obstacles and disapproval of others, these women forged ahead and served with distinction as the first women to fly Americas Military Aircraft.
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The CAF Red Tail Squadron
The CAF Red Tail Squadron’s RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang travel 9 months out of the year, crisscrossing the country to deliver the inspirational message of the courage, strength and character of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first black military pilots and their support personnel.
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Harold Brown Interview for CAF Back to School Campaign
Tuskegee Airman pilot Dr. Harold Brown is a decorated fighter pilot from World War II. He was shot down and taken prisoner of war, returning home a second class citizen because of the color of his skin, instead of the war hero he was.
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Rise Above: WASP
At the heart of CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP is a feature film that will be shown inside portable dome theaters on curved screens, enveloping guests in the sights and sounds of aviation and the experience of the WASP.
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Nell Bright, WASP
The story of Nell Bright – a WASP.
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Arline M. Baker
September 26, 2024
Arline M. Baker July 13, 1918 – February 27, 2005 Class: 44-W-8 Training Location: Avenger Field (Sweetwater, Tex.) Assigned Bases: Luke Field (Goodyear, Ariz.) Planes
Mary E. Parker Audrain
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Mary E. Parker Audrain December 24, 1917 – July 28, 1973 Class: 43-W-5 Training Location: Avenger Field (Sweetwater, Tex.) Assigned Bases: New Castle Army Air
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Leonora May Horton Anderson December 1, 1916 – August 20, 2011 Class: 43-W-7 Training Location: Avenger Field (Sweetwater, Tex.) Assigned Bases: Merced Army Air Field
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P-51 Mustang
Rise Above Traveling Exhibit
Rise Above: Red Tail
Rise Above: WASP
february
Prairie State College163 Rochester Dr
25 feb All Day _28_KY - BAESystems (Private event)_Event Type : Rise Above Traveling Exhibit, Rise Above: Red Tail, Rise Above: WASP
Event Details
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit will have showings Showings: Wednesday, Feb 26, Thursday, Feb 27, and Friday, Feb 28, 10a - 4p.
Event Details
Our RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit will have showings
Showings: Wednesday, Feb 26, Thursday, Feb 27, and Friday, Feb 28, 10a – 4p.
Time
february 25 (Tuesday) - 28 (Friday)
Location
Prairie State College
163 Rochester Dr
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CAF RISE ABOVE is looking for exceptional volunteers to become CAF Rise Above Ambassadors!
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