Gallery: Brigadier General Charles McGee

FLYING Staff

Monday, January 17, 2022 at 01:34 PM ET

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Brigadier General Charles McGee, a Tuskegee Airman, passed away at age 102.
He flew over 400 combat missions across World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.
McGee received numerous honors and accolades throughout his life, including a promotion ceremony in the Oval Office.
His legacy as a decorated pilot and symbol of perseverance continues to inspire.

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Tuskegee Airman General Charles McGee, a decorated Army pilot who flew over 400 fighter combat missions between World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, died Sunday at the age of 102.

Take a look back at some moments from McGee’s historic life.