Daniel “Chappie” James Jr.

Submitted by:

  • Craig Huntly, Tuskegee Airmen Subject Matter Expert

Location:

  • Private collection
B-25 Training Flight

Daniel “Chappie” James Jr., was the first African-American promoted to the rank of Air Force four-star general. He was another of the great Tuskegee Airmen, but didn’t see much action until the Korean War. His career spanned three wars and 30 years, and he was a recognized civil rights pioneer. He was an eloquent speaker for the Air Force known for his thoughts on Americanism and patriotism.

Photos in the gallery are:

  • A photo of a B-25J that Chappie James possibly flew.
  • An in-flight photo of a 617th Bomb Squadron B-25J dated Oct 10, 1944, Godman Field, Kentucky.
  • A copy of Chappie’s AAF Form 5 which for the month of October which identifies him as a pilot in the 617th BS with numerous flights in B-25J’s during that month.

Learn more about Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. in Tuskegee Airmen Profiles!

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