Bessie Coleman

Birthplace: Atlanta, GA.   (1893-1926)

Pilot

Bessie always had a strong desire to better herself. She earned money from washing and ironing to attend Langston Industrial College, but soon had to drop out when the money ran out. She attended beauty school and worked as a manicurist for awhile. In 1922, Bessie Coleman received her air pilot's license from the Federation Aeronautique Internationale in France, making her the first black woman . . . Read More

Related Links:

• Bessie Coleman  - Tribute site to the aviator, tracing the full story of her career.
• Bessie Coleman - Wikipedia
• Bessie Coleman - American Experience
• Bessie Coleman  - Bessie Coleman Foundation