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Toni FrissellToniFrissell@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-10-23

Photograph of several Tuskegee airmen at Ramitelli, Italy, March 1945 [1945 March]
1 negative : film. | Photograph shows several Tuskegee airmen. Front row, left to right: unidentified airman; Jimmie D. Wheeler (with goggles); Emile G. Clifton (cloth cap) San Francisco, CA, Class 44-B. Standing left to right: Ronald W. Reeves (cloth cap) Washington, DC, Class 44-G; Hiram Mann (leather cap); Joseph L. "Joe" Chineworth (wheel cap) Memphis, TN, Class 44-E; Elwood T. Driver? Los Angeles, CA, Class 44-A; Edward "Ed" Thomas (partial view); Woodrow W. Crockett (wheel cap); at Ramitelli, Italy, March 1945. (Source: Tuskegee Airmen 332nd Fighter Group pilots.)

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The image depicts a group of African American pilots, known as the Tuskegee Airmen, gathered around a table in an indoor setting. They are dressed in military attire and some wear aviator goggles or caps typical for their era. The men appear engaged with paperwork on the table, possibly discussing operations or flight plans. The room is adorned with maps of various regions including "THE PACIFIC AT EAST" hanging on the wall behind them, indicating that they may be strategizing future missions in World War II. Their focused expressions and collaboration suggest a serious atmosphere as they prepare for their duties during this time period. Notable details include an individual labeled Jimmie D. Wheeler wearing goggles with his name written below him along with "San Francisco, CA, Class 44-B". Another is Joseph L. Chineworth from Memphis, TN, Class 44-E; and Woodrow W. Crockett also identified as being at Ramitelli, Italy in March of that year. The photograph captures a moment highlighting the Tuskegee Airmen's determination and contribution to WWII while showcasing their camaraderie and teamwork amidst challenging circumstances.

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