Midlands Tuskegee Airman James McClain Passes Away

8:07 PM, Oct 2, 2012   |    comments
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James McClain

(WLTX) - A former Tuskegee Airman News19 introduced you to back in May has passed away.

James McClain, 86, died Monday. Previous Coverage: Tuskegee Airman Speaks About Importance of Memorial Day

During World War Two McClain was part of B-25 aircraft crew as a gunner. 

The Tuskegee Airman has had its story dramatized in films such as "Red Tails."

McClain's funeral will take place Thursday, with burial to follow at the  Fort Jackson National Cemetery.