Determined to become a pilot despite the discriminatory practices of American flying schools, Coleman learned French and relocated to France. There, she earned her pilot's license in just seven months from the renowned Caudron Brother's School of Aviation in 1921. Upon her return to the United States, Coleman specialized in stunt flying and barnstorming, captivating audiences with her aerial performances. Her ambition extended beyond her career; she aspired to open a flying school dedicated to training African Americans, solidifying her legacy as a pioneer for women and people of color in aviation until her untimely death in 1926.
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