Bessie Coleman |
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Born | (1892-01-26)January 26, 1892
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Died | April 30, 1926(1926-04-30) (aged 34)
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Known for | Pioneer aviator |
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Elizabeth "Bessie" Coleman (January 26, 1892 – April 30, 1926) was the first female African American pilot ever to hold an international pilot license. She fought discrimination to follow her dream of becoming a pilot. She became a skilled barnstormer and aviation educator.
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