Oklahoma Aeronautics
Hear the oral histories of Oklahoma's most influential aeronautic engineers, as well as aeronautics business leaders and pioneers in Oklahoma aerospace.
Learn From These Influential Oklahomans
Jim Tygart
World War II Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, Aircraft Instrument MechanicListen to the oral history of Jim Tygart, a World War II veteran, who shares his experiences at the Battle of the Bulge, his injuries sustained in war, his career in aviation mechanics, and much more.
Julius Pegues
First Black Varsity Basketball Player at Pittsburgh University, USAF Weather Forecaster, FAA Advisor, ActivistJulius Pegues was best known for his work to memorialize Tulsa’s 1921 Race Massacre and the history and culture of Black Tulsans through the John Hope Franklin Center for Reconciliation, with his efforts laying the groundwork for the Greenwood Rising History Center.
Red Stevenson
Businessman and PilotColorful businessman and high-flying storyteller.
Roger Hardesty
Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Co-founder of Hardesty Family FoundationRoger Hardesty rose from this rural Oklahoma half-dugout to become one of the nation's most prolific developers and entrepreneurs. Hear how he built his first homes, launched over 25 companies, and now gives back through the Hardesty Family Foundation.
Tom Clark
President & CEO, TulsairTom's business skills and successes gave him the opportunity to make a lasting impact in Tulsa.
Warren G. Morris
WWII Veteran, Real Estate Broker, LawyerWarren G. Morris, a WWII combat pilot who served in the Army Air Force, flew 34 combat missions during his decorated service. Though he contracted polio, he overcame it to walk unassisted, and later became a successful attorney, master appraiser, and pillar of the Tulsa community.
William Pogue
Astronaut / AviatorA story of how Bill's distinguished Air Force career led to becoming a NASA astronaut.
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