Tuskegee Airmen: Leaving a Legacy
Rock Stars of Aging • 6m 56s
The Tuskegee Airmen have been immortalized for their heroism in World War II. They fought two wars — one against the Axis powers, the other against prejudice and bigotry at home. Fewer than 50 Red Tail pilots are alive today, so meeting three together was a unique opportunity.
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