Last Tuskegee Airman Combat Pilot George Hardy Dies at 100: Remembering a Legend
Lt. Col. George Hardy, a celebrated member of the original Tuskegee Airmen and the last World War II combat pilot from the group, recently passed away at the age of 100. Hardy, the youngest Tuskegee fighter pilot at 19, flew 21 missions over Germany during WWII and served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. His service was a pivotal part of the Tuskegee Experiment, which aimed to prove that Black Americans could excel in aviation during a time of segregation. The Tuskegee Airmen, including Hardy, earned distinction and played a crucial role in integrating the U.S. military, leaving behind a legacy of courage and skill.
John Q. Hosedrinker