Eugene Bullard - by Larry W Greenly (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Presents the life of the African American pilot who flew missions for France during World War I, experienced racial discrimination in the United States, was beaten in the Peekskill Riots of 1949, and became a member of the French Legion of Honor.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong><b>A <em>Booklist</em> "Top 10 Multicultural Nonfiction for Youth" Selection</b> <p/><b>Finalist for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Southwest Region Crystal Kite Award</b> <p/><b>Winner of the 2016 Young Adult Silver Medal of the Military Writers Society of America</b> <p/>Pioneering black aviator Eugene Bullard, descended from slaves, became the world's first black fighter pilot, though he was barred from serving the United States because of the color of his skin. Growing up in Georgia, Bullard faced discrimination and the threat of lynching. He ran away from home at twelve and eventually made his way to France, where he joined the French Foreign Legion and later the Lafayette Flying Corps. He saw fierce combat during World War I and was wounded multiple times. He returned to the United States with a chest full of medals, but once again faced discrimination. Bullard was all but ignored in the United States, even as, at age sixty-four in 1959, he was made a Chevalier of the French Legion of Honor. Eugene Bullard's is a remarkable story of accomplishment despite racial prejudice. Author Larry Greenly's biography includes numerous historical photographs of Bullard throughout his travels.</strong></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Bullard's story has been documented through meticulous primary research and scant secondhand sources in an eminently readable book by Larry Greenly for young adults, adults, and anyone looking for an adventure story that just happens to detail a forgotten pioneer of American history. -- <b><em>Mountain Times</em></b><br><br>Larry Greenly's biography intrigued, enlightened, and saddened me. To live and fight for a country during a time of intense war, only to be treated less than human, yet remain true to your dreams of tolerance and love is truly a feat for only the bravest among us. Eugene's perseverance and drive should encourage us all to seek the good in everyone. Mr. Greenly reminds us of the true American hero who was <em>Eugene Bullard, World's First Black Fighter Pilot</em>. -- <b>Military Writers Society of America</b><br>
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