Foundation Acquires WWI Nieuport 17
The Forgotten Heroes Foundation recently acquired a replica Nieuport 17 aircraft. This WWI fighter bears the colors of the one flown by Eugene Jacques Bullard. Bullard was the first black fighter pilot. This forgotten hero has a fascinating story of perseverance, patriotism and heroism. He is one of the people that youngsters learn about as part of the historical mission of the Foundation. Bullard was known as "The Black Swallow of Death" on the side of his plane was a heart with a dagger through it. The phrase below stated "All Blood Runs Red"
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