American Wings

In American Wings, acclaimed author and storyteller brings to life the inspiring true tale of Black aviators during the height of aviation enthusiasm between World War I and World War II. The narrative centers on a group of determined individuals, including Cornelius Coffey, Johnny Robinson, Janet Harmon Bragg, and Willa Brown, who defied racial barriers to establish a flying club and train pilots at a school they created on Chicago’s South Side. As they navigated a landscape shaped by prejudice and segregation, their efforts illustrated the possibility of integration in a segregated military, uncovering a powerful chapter in history where resilience and determination soared.