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They were an all black group, it was the governments effort to crush the idea of blacks joining the air force, in hopes of destroying it at war. The names of these men are:Robert R. Moton, Ph.D. Charles Alfred "Chief" Anderson, Clarence Gordon Southall, Colonel Vance Hunter Marchbanks, Jr., CMSgt. Thomas L. Washington, Lt. Col. George Johnson Haley. Jamiej93@Yahoo.com or Doppleganger09@gmail.com for questions, comments.
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What was the nickname for the all-black 332d Fighter Group of the US?
tuskegee
What should you do when Airman Jackson wants to punish sergeant Wilson for what he has done and wants to know what her options are?
Explain that the SARC or VA is enroute and will explain all the options
Who were the Tuskegee airman?
Black servicemen of the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF) who trained at Alabama's Tuskegee Army Air Field in World War II. They constituted the first African American flying unit in the U.S. military. The first class trained at Tuskegee in 1941 became the 99th Pursuit Squadron, commanded by Lt. Col. Benjamin O. Davis, Jr.. They flew their first mission in the Mediterranean in 1943. Later that year the army activated three more squadrons; joined with the 99th in 1944, they constituted the 332nd Fighter Group. The latter was the USAAF's only escort group that did not lose a bomber to enemy planes. A second black flying group, the 477th Bombardment Group, was established near the end of the war. In all, the Tuskegee Airmen flew 1,578 missions, destroyed 261 enemy aircraft, and won over 850 medals. (Britannica Concise Encyclopedia).For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.The claim that they were the "only escort group that did not lose a bomber to enemy planes" however is not true. Detailed studying of post-mission reports conducted as late as 2006 show that about 25 bombers were lost to enemy fighters.However this does not in any way detract from what was an exemplary service record by a much decorated and highly honoured group, who had a success rate in protecting bombers that was, at it's worst, as good as any other escort squadron.Some bomber squadrons (perhaps not influenced by racial prejudice?), actually requested the "red-tailed angels" (so named as the tails on their planes were painted red) as escorts due to their excellent record in protecting the bombers they were escorting.
Is there a list of the names of POWS held in stalag 2b during World War 2?
2 sites for you to check out are: www.b24.net/pow and www.axpow.com There is no listing of all POW's but these may be able to help you out.
What was the nickname for the all black 332d fighter group of the us army air corps which enscorted allied bombers through European airspace on 1578 missions during world was 2?
Tuskegee Airmen .
Was Robert decatur a Tuskegee airman?
I saw your question today. You have waited a long time for your answer. There were hundreds of Tuskegee Airmen and Aircrews so I have no way to get the exact answer for you but I do know who can tell you! The Tuskegee Airmen Inc. I have put their web site down below for you. They have the list of all the Tuskegee Airmen.
Is Robin Roberts father white?
No, he we a Tuskegee Airman (An all black squadron).
What are the names of all of the Tuskegee Airmen?
the most influential tuskegee airmen was colonel benjamin o davis jrTuskegee Airmen Pilot ListingNOTE: This list DOES NOT include the names of all individuals who PARTICIPATED IN the Tuskegee Airmen pilot training program or support operations.http://www.tuskegee.edu/about_us/legacy_of_fame/tuskegee_airmen/tuskegee_airmen_pilot_listing.aspx
What were the significanse of the tuskeegee airman?
The Tuskegee Airmen was a group of all African American pilots. They fought in World War Two. At that time, military was segregated and the Tuskegee Airmen faced racial discrimination.
Who was the most famous Tuskegee airman?
The highest ranking Tuskegee Airman was Benjamin Oliver Davis ll, who transferred from the infantry to the Air Service as a captain in July 1941. He became Commandant of Cadets at Tuskegee, then later a pilot of the 99th Fighter Sqn. Later in 1943 he became the Squadron Commander. He left the squadron in September 1943 to become Commander of the first all black Fighter Group, the 332nd.
Are the Tuskegee Airmen still alive?
Around 58 Tuskegee Airman were still alive as of December 2010. You can ask the Tuskegee Airmen association for the latest count. See link below.
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