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Julius Freeman
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Julius Freeman
Born (1927-04-27)April 27, 1927
Lexington, Kentucky
Died July 22, 2016(2016-07-22) (aged 89)
Spring Garden, Queens, New York
Section 29A Site 507
Calverton National Cemetery Calverton, Suffolk County, New York, USA
Allegiance United States
United States Army Air Forces
Unit Tuskegee Airmen
Awards Congressional Gold Medal
Spouse(s) Dorothy
Relations 3 children
Other work Car salesman

Julius Freeman was an important member of the famous Tuskegee Airmen. He was born around 1927 and passed away on July 22, 2016. The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of brave African American pilots and support crew. They served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.

Serving with the Tuskegee Airmen

Julius Freeman played a vital role in the Tuskegee Airmen group. He worked as a medical technician. This meant he helped take care of the health of the pilots and other airmen. Their health was very important for their missions.

Special Recognition

In 2006, Julius Freeman and all the Tuskegee Airmen received a very special award. It was the Congressional Gold Medal. This medal is one of the highest awards given to civilians in the United States. It honored their bravery and service to the country.

Later Life and Passing

After his military service, Julius Freeman worked as a car salesman. He passed away on July 22, 2016. He died from a heart attack in Spring Garden, New York.

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