Americans will be grappling with a number of sensitive and critical issues throughout 2013 and beyond. Some new, some old and some never-ending – concerns about race, religion, violence, politics, guns, climate change, war and civic responsibility are just some of the issues that may polarize all or segments of the nation. We The People will bring awareness to different viewpoints in the hopes of educating its readership. Please be encouraged to join in and share your perspective.
On this Day
In 1943 the 99th Pursuit Squadron had its first combat mission. The 99th was the first African American fighter squadron and was known as the “99th Flying Pursuit Squadron.” They received their initial flight training at Tuskegee, Alabama. They supported Allied Invasions of Sicily and Italy. In addition they provided “close air support” to the U.S. Army
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June 2, 2013
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