Thelma and Lowell's Diary: June 18, 1943

He gets a hair cut; Tuskegee Airmen fly into action over Italy

Lowell worked the 3-11 shift today and then got a haircut. His daily expenses totaled 97 cents, including the haircut.

Over the Italian island of Pantelleria, members of the 332nd Fighting Group, better known as the Tuskegee Airmen, were flying their first missions in enemy territory. To read about it, you’ll need to be a paid subscriber. Upgrade by clicking below. It’s a great Father’s Day gift for a history lover!