Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

A historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang is fully installed and displayed in a local park to memorialize the history of the Tuskegee Airmen at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The City of Sumter fully installed the replica aircraft to uphold the rich legacy of the U.S. Air Force 322nd Fighter Group, Tuskegee Airmen, and educate future generations on the importance of a more inclusive and united Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

A historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang is prepared to be installed to memorialize the Tuskegee Airmen at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The Tuskegee Airmen were an outfit of African American military pilots and Airmen who fought and served for the U.S. Air Force 332nd Fighter Group in World War II, leading the way for a stronger and more united Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Local contractors prepare a historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang for installation in a public park to memorialize the Tuskegee Airmen at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The Tuskegee Airmen were a successful fighter group who escorted bomber units during World War II and forged the path ahead toward a stronger and more united Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

The designers of a historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang prepare the piece for installation at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The replica was installed by the City of Sumter to bring attention to the history of the Tuskegee Airmen and their contribution to creating a more united Air Force. The memorial highlights and honors the memories of all the Airmen who served in the unit, including those who hailed from Sumter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

The designers of a historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang prepare the piece for installation in a public park to memorialize the Tuskegee Airmen at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The designers of the replica worked closely with the City of Sumter to construct a highly accurate depiction of the aircraft to ensure the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen is upheld. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Local contractors attach a historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang to its stand in a public park to memorialize the Tuskegee Airmen at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The P-51C Mustang was the primary fighter aircraft flown by the U.S. Air Force 322nd Fighter Group during World War II. The Tuskegee Airmen escorted bomber aircraft and solidified their reputation as successful pilots during the war, paving the way forward toward a stronger and more united Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

A local bystander (left), and Mr. David Merchant, City of Sumter mayor (right), observe the installation of a historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The City of Sumter installed the replica to memorialize the U.S. Air Force 322nd Fighter Group, Tuskegee Airmen, and their contributions toward inclusion and diversity in military service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Published Aug. 4, 2023
By Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo
20th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

SUMTER, S.C. -- A historical replica of a P-51 Red Tail Mustang is fully installed and displayed in a local park to memorialize the history of the Tuskegee Airmen at Veterans Park, S.C., July 26, 2023. The City of Sumter fully installed the replica aircraft to uphold the rich legacy of the U.S. Air Force 322nd Fighter Group, Tuskegee Airmen, and educate future generations on the importance of a more inclusive and united Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Steven Cardo)

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Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial

Sumter installs P-51 Red Tail Mustang memorial