Bessie Coleman

Pioneer aviator and airshow performer

Bessie Coleman - Pioneer aviator and airshow performer
Born

January 26th, 1892
133 years ago

Died

April 30th, 1926
99 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Pioneering aviator became the first African American woman to hold a pilot's license. Overcame racial and gender barriers to achieve ambitions in aviation. Trained in France due to the limited opportunities in the United States for black pilots. Returned to the U.S. and participated in airshows, attracting significant audiences. Played a crucial role in encouraging other African Americans to pursue careers in aviation.

First African American woman to earn a pilot's license

Performed in airshows across the United States

Advocated for the inclusion of African Americans in aviation

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