Proclamation 2025-04PP211"V011CLAMAVOW11
Whereas, the courage, dedication, self-sacrifice and compassion of the "ordinary
heroes" of the World War II generation continue to inspire our nation,
especially the men and women who are currently serving and protecting
our country; and
Whereas, the Armed Forces of the United States were segregated in World War II;
and
Whereas, in 1940 the US military selected Tuskegee Institute to train pilots because
of its commitment to aeronautical training; its facilities, engineering and
technical instructors; and a climate for year-round flying; after which the
Tuskegee Program was expanded to become the center for African -
American aviation during World War II; and
Whereas, the Tuskegee Airmen were active from 1941 to 1946 and overcame
segregation and prejudice to become one of the most respected fighter
groups of World War II, paving the way for full integration of the US
Military; and
Whereas, Florida recognizes the extraordinary contributions and sacrifices made by
the Tuskegee Airmen and designates the fourth Thursday in March as a
legal holiday to be known as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day" to
honor their legacy and the continued fight for equality and justice; and
Whereas, Clermont resident, Tuskegee Airman Lt. Daniel Keel, who is approaching
his 103' birthday, served as a Flight Officer in the Air Force from 1943 to
1946. Lt. Keel was one of only five Tuskegee Airmen to receive a triple
airman rating.
Now, Wherefore, I, Tim Murry, Mayor of the City of Clermont in the State of Florida,
do hereby proclaim the 271h Day of March, Two Thousand and Twenty -Five as:
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the
City of Clermont to be affixed this 11 th Day of March in the year Two Thousand and
Twenty -Five.
bT.irn Murry, Iayo
ATTEST -
Tracy Ackroyd owe, MMC
City Clerk
