Title
Soaring To Glory: A Tuskegee Airman'S Firsthand Account Of World War Ii
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This Book Is A Masterpiece. It Captures The Essence Of The Tuskegee Airmen'S Experience From The Perspective Of One Who Lived It. The Action Sequences Make Me Feel I'M Back In The Cockpit Of My P51C 'Kitten'! If You Want To Know What It Was Like Fighting German Interceptors In European Skies While Winning Equal Opportunity At Home, Be Sure To Read This Book! Colonel Charles E. Mcgee, Usaf (Ret.) Former President, Tuskegee Airmen Inc.All Americans Owe Harry Stewart Jr. And His Fellow Airmen A Huge Debt For Defending Our Country During World War Ii. In Addition, They Have Inspired Generations Of African American Youth To Follow Their Dreams. Henry Louis Gates Jr., Alphonse Fletcher University Professor, Harvard Universityhe Had To Sit In A Segregated Rail Car On The Journey To Army Basic Training In Mississippi In 1943. But Two Years Later, The Twentyyearold African American From New York Was At The Controls Of A P51, Prowling For Luftwaffe Aircraft At Five Thousand Feet Over The Austrian Countryside. By The End Of World War Ii, He Had Done Something That Nobody Could Take Away From Him:He Had Become An American Hero.This Is The Remarkable True Story Of Lt. Col. Harry Stewart Jr., One Of The Last Surviving Tuskegee Airmen Pilots Who Experienced Air Combat During World War Ii. Awardwinning Aviation Writer Philip Handleman Recreates The Harrowing Action And Heartpounding Drama Of Stewarts Combat Missions, Including The Legendary Mission In Which Stewart Downed Three Enemy Fighters.Soaring To Glory Also Reveals The Cruel Injustices Stewart And His Fellow Tuskegee Airmen Faced During Their Wartime Service And Upon Return Home After The War. Stewarts Heroism Was Not Celebrated As It Should Have Been In Postwar Americabut Now, His Boundless Courage And Determination Will Never Be Forgotten.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Soaring to Glory'? A: 'Soaring to Glory' centers on the experiences of Lt. Col. Harry Stewart Jr., a Tuskegee Airman, during World War II, highlighting his combat missions, the challenges of segregation, and the legacy of courage and heroism.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Philip Handleman, an award-winning aviation writer known for his in-depth research and storytelling.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Soaring to Glory' was published on June 4, 2019.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'Soaring to Glory' have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: While the book discusses historical events and themes of heroism, it is recommended for older children and adults due to the complex subject matter of World War II and racial issues.
- Q: What unique insights does the book provide about the Tuskegee Airmen? A: 'Soaring to Glory' offers firsthand accounts of the Tuskegee Airmen's experiences, including the challenges they faced during their military service and the recognition they received after the war.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, this edition is illustrated, which enhances the storytelling by providing visual context to the historical events discussed.
- Q: What audience would benefit most from reading this book? A: Readers interested in aviation history, African American history, and World War II would find this book particularly insightful and inspiring.
- Q: Can this book be used as a resource for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Soaring to Glory' can serve as a valuable resource for educational discussions on race, military history, and the contributions of African Americans in World War II.