SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 448
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Mazie Warren of Huntsville for his exceptional service
during World War II as a member of the Tuskegee Airmen; and
WHEREAS, The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African
American combat pilots in the United States armed forces;
established at a time when the nation and the military were still
highly segregated, the unit earned a reputation for its
exceptional ability to contribute to the war effort; and
WHEREAS, Known as the Red Tail Squadron for the distinctive
red color of the tail sections of the unit's aircraft, the
Tuskegee Airmen were skillful pilots and were extraordinarily
successful in escorting bombers safely to their targets; and
WHEREAS, Mazie Warren served the Tuskegee Airmen with
distinction as a quartermaster at the squadron's training
facility in Tuskegee, Alabama; he was later deployed to Italy,
where he faced 14 months of combat action and earned the respect
of all those with whom he served; he left military service with
the rank of private first class; and
WHEREAS, Mazie Warren and the Tuskegee Airmen played an
important role in helping change American attitudes about the
role of African Americans in the military; it is truly fitting
that he receive special recognition for his achievements with
this historic squadron; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
Legislature, hereby commend Mazie Warren on his exceptional
service to the nation as a member of the Tuskegee Airmen and extend
to him best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of highest regard from the Texas Senate.
Schwertner
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 20, 2019.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate