The Eagle Awards was established in 2009 to cultivate the
understanding, appreciation and advancement of the contribution of men, women and young people in education, history, music and the American culture — from the artistic , military, civic, and music legends of the past to the still unimagined breakthroughs of
future generations of these professionals. The Eagle Awards accomplishes
this mission through programs and activities that engage the talents of the cultural community as well as the general public. The Eagle Awards works in partnership year-round with Hot Chocolate Show Live Radio and Television
and other partners to bring national attention to important issues such as the value and
impact of the work (past and present) of public service, music, arts, education and the urgency of preserving our
rich cultural heritage. The first
Eagle Awards Presentation:
The
Eagle Awards were first presented to four gentlemen at the Black
History Month Expo at the Carver Museum on Saturday, February 13, 2010.
Nelson Mitchell, an African-American survivor of the the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941
Lt. Col. Bob Ashby, Pilot, Tuskegee Airman
Lt. Col. Asa Herring, Pilot, Tuskegee Airman
Lt. Thurston Gaines - Pilot and POW, Tuskegee Airman
Read their stories: Click Here