Bessie Coleman: the First African American Pilot

Bessie Coleman, born in Texas, faced financial challenges but pursued her passion for aviation. After moving to Chicago, she was inspired by World War One pilots and learned French to attend flight school in France. In 1922, she became the first African American woman to perform a public flight in America, becoming a pioneer in aviation. Tragically, she died in an accident in 1926, but her legacy continues to inspire women in various fields.

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