Tuskegee Airman Collection

Members of the first group of African American pilots in the history of the U. S
WWII: TUSKEGEE AIRMEN. Members of the first group of African American pilots in the history of the U.S. Army Air Corps, identified standing left to right: Hicks, Clifton and Moody

Group of Tuskegee Airmen playing cards in the officers club at Ramitelli Airfield, Italy
WWII: TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, 1945. Group of Tuskegee Airmen playing cards in the officers club at Ramitelli Airfield, Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945

TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, 1942. Members of the first group of African American pilots in the history of the U. S
TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, 1942. Members of the first group of African American pilots in the history of the U.S. Army Air Corps at Tuskegee, Alabama, with Major General George E. Stratemeyer

WWII: TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, 1945. Tuskegee Airmen leaving the parachute room at Ramitelli Airfield in Italy, March 1945. Left to right

TUSKEGEE AIRMAN, 1945. Sergeant William Bostic of the Tuskegee Airmen 301st Fighting Squad, in the control tower at Ramitelli Airfield, Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945

TUSKEGEE AIRMAN, 1945. Crew chief Marcellus Smith of the Tuskegee Airmen 100th Fighting Squadron, working on an airplane at Ramitelli Airfield in Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945

TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, c1943. Alfred Morris, crew chief of the 332nd Fighter Group of the U. S
TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, c1943. Alfred Morris, crew chief of the 332nd Fighter Group of the U.S. Army Air Corps, helps his pilot, Captain William Mattison close the canopy of his P-51 Mustang fighter plane

WWII: TUSKEGEE AIRMAN, 1945. Tuskegee Airman Edward Thomas, at Ramitelli Airfield in Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945

WWII: TUSKEGEE AIRMAN, 1945. Fighter pilot Newman Golden of the Tuskegee Airmen scans the skies. Behind him is the parachute room, at Ramitelli Airfield, Italy. Photograph by Toni Frissell, March 1945

WWII: FLYING CROSS AWARDS. Brigadier General Benjamin Oliver Davis, Sr. pins the Distinguished Flying Cross on his son, Benjamin O. Davis, Jr

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The Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African American pilots who served during World War II, left an indelible mark on history. In this captivating photograph taken in 1942, we see the first group of these trailblazers at Tuskegee, Alabama, standing proudly alongside Major General George E. Stratemeyer. Their determination and courage would pave the way for future generations. Fast forward to 1945 in Ramitelli Airfield, Italy; another snapshot captures the camaraderie and resilience of these remarkable men. Playing cards in the officers club, Walter Mo Downs and William Price III share a moment of relaxation amidst their heroic duties. These moments were essential for maintaining morale during challenging times. Marching onward through history's lens, we witness Tuskegee Airmen leaving the parachute room at Ramitelli Airfield in Italy. Richard Harder leads the pack with Thurston Gaines, Newman Golden, Wendell Lucas following closely behind - each one embodying bravery and dedication to their mission. In another powerful image from March 1945 by Toni Frissell, members gather for a meeting at Ramitelli. Seated are Jimmie Wheeler with goggles and Emile Clifton wearing a cloth cap while Ronald Reeves stands tall beside Hiram Mann and Joseph Chineworth among others. United by purpose and driven by excellence, they strategize together as true pioneers. Sergeant William Bostic takes center stage next as he oversees operations from the control tower at Ramitelli Airfield. His presence symbolizes leadership within the ranks of the Tuskegee Airmen - individuals who defied stereotypes to protect freedom. Marcellus Smith then steps into focus as crew chief of the 100th Fighting Squadron diligently working on an airplane at Ramitelli Airfield under Toni Frissell's watchful eye in March 1945. Through his expertise and dedication to his craft, Smith ensures the safety and readiness of his squadron.