Torrance, CA (May 29, 2012): On Wednesday, May 23, Bishop Montgomery hosted a very special guest when Tuskegee Airman Mr. Levi Thornhill spoke to some of our U.S. History students about his experiences. Thornhill was a member of the Tuskeegee Airmen during World War II. He spoke to the students about his experence flying the B-17 planes and the racial prejudices of the time.
"It was great to have a real member of the Tuskegee Airman on our campus," explained junior Austin Walcher '13. "I love military history, especially World War II. Hearing Mr. Thornhill speak inspired me to want to learn more about the Tuskegee Airmen."
Special thank you to Djuanique Slaughter, mother of BMHS junior Diallo Whitaker '13, for arranging Mr. Thornhill's visit. "What a special treat to have a living piece of American history on our campus," said BMHS Marketing Director Andy Marafino.