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Title: RESO Honoring the Life & Contributions of Bessie Coleman, the 1st African American Licensed Pilot, Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Her Death, & Acknowledging Ms. Coleman’s Connection to the Allendale Community & Council Dist 9 (Hampsey) (Introduced by CM Clark-Murray) 3/24/26 CO Introduced: R
Summary
Resolution 2026-246, introduced by Council Member Clark-Murray, honors Bessie Coleman, the first African American licensed pilot, marking the 100th anniversary of her death. The resolution acknowledges Coleman's significant contributions to aviation and her connection to the Allendale community in Council District 9 of Jacksonville. Born in 1892, Coleman faced racial and gender barriers in her pursuit of a flying career, eventually earning her pilot's license in France in 1921. She sought to establish a flight school for African Americans and performed at air shows that promoted desegregation. The resolution emphasizes her legacy as an inspiration for future generations, reinforcing the importance of recognizing historical figures who broke barriers in their fields. The resolution will take effect upon the