SoMIRAC Conference Wednesday, March 28, 2012

World of Possibilities

Confluence aha! aha

Inspiration

Biography Objectives  Examine  Preserve  Edify

Stages  Inception  Collection  Execution  Revision  Publication

Shining a Light  History  Illuminates groundbreaking events  Heroes  Celebrates African American men of courage and honor  Healing  Promotes understanding to bridge racial division  Hope  Inspires new generations to reach higher ground

The Tuskegee Experience- Preserving the Heritage  We who come after must be prepared to preserve the lacy.  My purpose and privilege is to tell the story of the Tuskegee Airmen.  In the words of Col. Charles E. McGee, an original Tuskegee Airman.

Educating and Inspiring Future Generations  “…I have had my high flight…”  “…[to] those who would venture into the future realm of America’s aviation and space endeavors…..I pass the torch! Charles E. McGee On the occasion of his enshrinement in The National Aviation Hall of Fame June 16, 2011

Closing Tribute  Reading  Recitation