Carl C. Johnson, Jr.
Carl Croston Johnson, Jr. April 27, 1926 – August 28, 2023 Class: 46-C Twin Engine Section Unit: 477th Bombardment Group Carl Croston Johnson was born
CAF Red Tail Squadron is dedicated to bringing the history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen to life. The lessons of the Tuskegee Airmen are so much more than a page out of a World War II history book – they are an example of how to overcome any obstacle and triumph over your own adversities.
After the war, the Tuskegee Airmen made great personal achievements, continuing to break down racial barriers. Many of them went on to earn advanced degrees as doctors, entrepreneurs, and educators. Those who persevered in their military careers earned high rank, including two four-star generals.
CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP is dedicated to honoring the trailblazing Women Airforce Service Pilots of WWII for their courage and determination to serve our country, and share their story of inspiration to rise above any obstacle.
This group of heroic Americans exhibited bravery and determination in the face of many who felt that women could not do what was then considered a man’s job. Despite the obstacles and disapproval of others, these women forged ahead and served with distinction as the first women to fly Americas Military Aircraft.
The CAF Red Tail Squadron’s RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit and P-51C Mustang travel 9 months out of the year, crisscrossing the country to deliver the inspirational message of the courage, strength and character of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first black military pilots and their support personnel.
Tuskegee Airman pilot Dr. Harold Brown is a decorated fighter pilot from World War II. He was shot down and taken prisoner of war, returning home a second class citizen because of the color of his skin, instead of the war hero he was.
At the heart of CAF RISE ABOVE: WASP is a feature film that will be shown inside portable dome theaters on curved screens, enveloping guests in the sights and sounds of aviation and the experience of the WASP.
The story of Nell Bright – a WASP.
Carl Croston Johnson, Jr. April 27, 1926 – August 28, 2023 Class: 46-C Twin Engine Section Unit: 477th Bombardment Group Carl Croston Johnson was born
Mary J. McCrea McCallum October 30, 1921- October 11, 1978 Class: 44-W-2 Training Location: Avenger Field (Sweetwater, Tex.) Assigned Bases: Long Beach Army Air Base
John J. Suggs October 8, 1915 – October 10, 2013 Class: 43-E-SE Graduation date: 5/28/1943 Rank at time of graduation: 2nd Lt. Unit: 302nd Fighter
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P-51 Mustang
Rise Above Traveling Exhibit
Rise Above: Red Tail
Rise Above: WASP
march
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit and see the P-51C Mustang up close at the Tampa Bay Air Fest!https://www.tampabayairfest.com/
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit and see the P-51C Mustang up close at the Tampa Bay Air Fest!
march 29 (Friday) - 30 (Saturday)
MacDill AFB
9211 Marina Bay Drive
april
Come see the Rise Above Exhibit and P-51C Mustang at the Beyond the Horizon Air & Space Show!April 6th - April 7th, 2024.Gates open
Come see the Rise Above Exhibit and P-51C Mustang at the Beyond the Horizon Air & Space Show!
April 6th – April 7th, 2024.
Gates open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
More information – https://alabama.travel/upcoming-events/beyone-the-horizon-air-and-space-show-at-maxwell-afb
april 6 (Saturday) - 7 (Sunday)
Maxwell AFB
Maxwell AFB
may
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit at Panama City Beach's Gulf Coast Salute!Check their website here for more information!
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit at Panama City Beach’s Gulf Coast Salute!
Check their website here for more information!
may 4 (Saturday) - 5 (Sunday)
Panama City Beach
16101 Front Beach Rd.
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit and see the P-51C Mustang up close at the Wausau Armed Forces Day!
Visit the Rise Above Exhibit and see the P-51C Mustang up close at the Wausau Armed Forces Day!
may 17 (Friday) - 19 (Sunday)
Wausau, WI
725 Woods Place
CAF RISE ABOVE is looking for exceptional volunteers to become CAF Rise Above Ambassadors!
You share in our belief that the history and legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and WASP can positively affect children for generations to come.