Tuskegee Airman African American James Cotten

As a Tuskegee Airman and the first African American at Langley Air Force Base, James Cotten helped bridge the social gaps present in America at the height of racial tension. His dedication to his country and the American dream played a part in shaping the future of our Air Force and ultimately our nation.

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