Tuskegee Airman, Biography of Charles E. McGee: Air Force Fighter Combat Record Holder: Volume 5 - Softcover

Smith, Dr. Charlene E. McGee

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0828322201 ISBN 13: 9780828322201

Publisher: Branden Books, 2012

Synopsis

Colonel Charles E. McGee fought in World War II, in Korea and in Vietnam. He holds the record for the highest three-war total of fighter combat missions of any pilot in the U.S. Air Force history. His military service began as one of the Tuskegee Airmen in the 332nd, famed pioneers who fought racial prejudices to fly and fight for their country in World War II. They are the ones who achieved the unequaled record of not losing a single bomber under their escort to enemy fighters. COL McGee went on to serve in leadership and command positions in war and in peace flying fighter missions in Korea and Vietnam. In his remarkable military career, he earned the Legion of Merit with Cluster, three Distinguished Flying Crosses, the Bronze Star and the Air Medal (twenty-five times). He was also chosen to lead the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. into the 21st Century by serving two separate terms as its president. Stories in the media seldom portray African American men as heroes. In tribute to the many unheralded fathers, husbands, sons and brothers leading exemplary lives, COL (Chuck) McGee’ inspiring story is now being told.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Charlene E. McGee Smith has earned three degrees, and continues her affiliation with Ohio University following years of service in progressive administrative and faculty appointments.

About this edition

• Publisher: Branden Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0828322201
• ISBN 13: 9780828322201
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 258