010 Great Black Heroes – Benjamin O. Davis, Jr.

This podcast focuses on Air Force General Benjamin O. Davis, Jr.

Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. is remembered for many things. Being the first Black Air Force General, leading the Tuskegee Airmen flight squadron during World War II and standing up to the military establishment in advancing the cause of Black soldiers.

Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. led of life of professionalism, dignity and achievement, never allowing racism and other obstacles to slow him down. In doing so, he opened avenues within the military for generations of soldiers and pilots who followed in his enormous footsteps.

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