Includes bibliographical references (page 138) and index.
Contents
Black pioneers of the clouds -- Opening the door to the air corps -- Trying their wings -- The 99th goes to war -- Three more squadrons go to war -- The 477th bombardment group -- Black and white together -- Memories and honors.
Summary
African-Americans battle prejudice at home to become fighter pilots during World War II. Covers early black aviation, and struggles and glories of the 99th Fighter Squadron which trained near Tuskegee Institute in Alabama.