Legacy? History? Courage? Sherman Rose encompasses all these in the man he truly was. Sherman Rose was one of the first black men to receive pilot training. This privilege was part of the U.S. government's Civilian Pilot Training Program. This program lead to the creation of the Tuskegee Airmen. Rose also worked as a flight instructor at Fort Rucker for 20 years. Throughout his life he was continuously breaking down racial barriers. Sherman Rose worked with city leaders in Dothan in the 70's and early 80's to secure federal grants for various programs and projects. He was always supporting Dothan. In 2001, a mural honoring Sherman Rose and the Tuskegee Airmen was completed on St. Andrews Street, across from the Civic Center parking lot. On Wednesday, August 20, 2008 Sherman Rose took his last flight, when he breathed his last breathe at the wonderful age of 88.
Legacy? He left a wonderful legacy behind for us to reap from and enjoy. History? Sherman Rose was truly part of history. Courage? He showed great courage throughout his life. Sherman rose did encompass all these things and throughout his life he was a perfect gentleman. Sherman Rose will be missed.
Michelle
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