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Join us as we welcome back Colorado author Elizabeth G. Harper for a signing of her book, "I Wanted to be a Pilot: The Making of a Tuskegee Airman"One of the original Tuskegee Airmen tells his remarkable story of childhood struggle, relentless perseverance and living his dream in this YA memoir.
As a black child growing up in 1920s Colorado, Frank Macon was often told that he would never amount to anything. His severe dyslexia didn’t help, nor did his tendency for mischief. But in spite of all that, Frank rose to heights beyond anyone’s imagining. Ever since childhood—when he jumped off a roof wearing homemade wings—he wanted to be a pilot. In this inspiring memoir, Frank tells his story of achieving that dream.
As one of the few surviving Documented Original Tuskegee Airmen, Frank’s story offers a personal look at an important episode in American history. It is also an incredible story of resilience and determination that encourages kids to recognize history, believe in themselves, and never give up on their dreams.
Elizabeth G. Harper grew up in Hudsonville Michigan and now resides in Colorado Springs, Colorado with her husband, a retired Air Force Lt Col, and their two children.
Prior to and after staying home with her children, Elizabeth worked with troubled and adjudicated youth, taught middle school and high school English, and K-12 ELL/ESL. Elizabeth was selected teacher of the year three times in two different states.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
5116 Frontier Mall Dr. #400, Cheyenne, WY, United States, Wyoming 82009