Wardell A. Polk papers, 1943-2008 (bulk 1943-1950)

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Wardell A. Polk papers, 1943-2008 (bulk 1943-1950)

Military orders and other communications received while serving during World War II; commemorative programs and other publications relating to the Tuskegee Airmen; also related videocassette.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7275781

Bentley Historical Library

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United States. Air Force

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At Harris Neck, Georgia, in the remote northern reaches of McIntosh County, the United States government, in the fall of 1942, confiscated the lands along the South Newport and Barbour Island Rivers. Paved runways were constructed for aircraft, and Harris Neck became an air reconnaissance base for the United States Army Air Force during World War II. A number of support buildings were constructed at the Harris Neck Air Base, such as barracks for personnel, an officers club, and PX, to serve the ...

Polk, Wardell A.

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Member of the Tuskegee Airmen, African American pilot who served during World War II. From the description of Wardell A. Polk papers, 1943-2008 (bulk 1943-1950) (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 298243913 ...

Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.

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Historical Background Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. (TAI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring the accomplishments and perpetuating the legacy of the African Americans that served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. Additionally, this organization introduces young people to aviation and science as well as provides scholarships and awards to individuals, groups, and organizations that exemplify the spirit of TAI. In February of 19...