Daniel "Chappie" James Jr.
By Kylie Mollner
February 11, 1920 - February 25, 1978
"Nobody dislikes war more than warriors." ~Daniel James Jr.
Career Life for "Chappie"
Daniel flew combat missions for things such as the Korean War and the Vietnam War. In 1720, he became an assistant deputy security. During World War II, he served primarily as an instructor.
Determined
Daniel was determined because he was threatened with a lot of racial insults, but still fought for a place at military flight school.
Character Traits
Brave
"Chappie" was brave because he fought in the Korean War and the Vietnam war and just thinking about it I know it would take a lot of bravery.
Interesting Facts
Daniel was the first African-American to become a Four-Star General in the US Air Force.
Childhood
He graduated in 1937 and went to college at Tuskegee, a famous African-American school.