The world knows why 1920 were called the Roaring Twenties. It was the era of barnstorming and dangerous stunts, and it decidedly deserved the moniker. While the form of entertainment is widely known and still celebrated, few questions have been left unanswered. This brief article, hopefully, will give them toContinue Reading
• The first African American and women pilot to master the art of barnstorming was Bessie Coleman. Once she was on a plane, Bessie knew that it was where she was meant to be. Famous as Queen Bess, the woman gave the world an eye-opener. She taught people that AfricanContinue Reading
On certain days of the year, it is common to switch on the television set and see pilots performing myriads of tricks on their planes. From flips to loops to flying under bridges, the list of tricks is endless. Some do it for fun, some do it to celebrate theContinue Reading