Congressman Mike Rogers recently met with members of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. in Washington, D.C. to discuss the National Historic Site that would help honor the 15,000 heroes who deserve our greatest respect.

Tuskegee Airman Colonel Charles E. McGee (Ret.) was among the attendees at the meeting.

Rogers said he would continue to do all he could to help support the completion of the national Memorial, which when complete is expected to draw thousands of visitors to Macon County each year. Rogers added he was pleased President Obama showed his appreciation last year to these heroes by inviting the living members of the Tuskegee Airmen to be a part of his inauguration.

“Alabamians should continue to take part in honoring these men and supporting this memorial, which would also leave a significant economic legacy for both the Tuskegee and the Macon County community,” Rogers said.

During the meeting, Rogers expressed his thanks for the opportunity to work for these American heroes who served our nation during the height of World War II.

“I will continue to do all I can to make sure the historic site in Tuskegee receives the necessary support from Congress,” Rogers added.

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