ANATOMY OF A BIOGRAPHY

SoMIRAC ConferenceWednesday, March 28, 2012

World of Possibilities

Confluence

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Inspiration

Biography Objectives

Examine Preserve Edify

Stages

Inception Collection Execution Revision Publication

Shining a Light

History Illuminates groundbreaking events

Heroes Celebrates African American men of

courage and honor Healing

Promotes understanding to bridge racial division

Hope Inspires new generations to reach higher

ground

The Tuskegee Experience-Preserving the Heritage

We who come after must be prepared to preserve the lacy.

My purpose and privilege is to tell the story of the Tuskegee Airmen.

In the words of Col. Charles E. McGee, an original Tuskegee Airman.

Educating and Inspiring Future Generations “…I have had my high flight…” “…[to] those who would venture into the

future realm of America’s aviation and space endeavors…..I pass the torch!

Charles E. McGee On the occasion of his enshrinement in

The National Aviation Hall of FameJune 16, 2011

Closing Tribute

Reading Recitation