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An older Black man in a blue jacket, and a black hat and clothes, sits on stage, holding a glass of whiskey. The dimly lit setting with stage equipment in the background, creating a relaxed mood.

An older Black man in a blue jacket, and a black hat and clothes, sits on stage, holding a glass of whiskey. The dimly lit setting with stage equipment in the background, creating a relaxed mood.

‘Black USAF’ exhibition celebrates former American airman and music icon Geno Washington at Ipswich County Library, 21 October – 17 November 2025

Elma Glasgow

4 days ago2 min read

Group of people (Black American airmen in 1950s' suits and local white people in Lakenheath) are socialising indoors; some are standing, others seated, holding cups. They're at a social event. Atmosphere is cheerful and relaxed, with laughter.

Group of people (Black American airmen in 1950s' suits and local white people in Lakenheath) are socialising indoors; some are standing, others seated, holding cups. They're at a social event. Atmosphere is cheerful and relaxed, with laughter.

'Black USAF' update: offers of help, interviews and community engagement!

Elma Glasgow

Sep 213 min read

The Importance of the Black Community Leading Cultural Projects

The Importance of the Black Community Leading Cultural Projects

The Importance of the Black Community Leading Cultural Projects

Elma Glasgow

Aug 263 min read

Close up of the fuselage of a military jet with the words US Airforce on the aircraft

Close up of the fuselage of a military jet with the words US Airforce on the aircraft

United States Air Force’s (USAF) presence in East Anglia during the Cold War

Elma Glasgow

Aug 145 min read

Pioneering heritage project uncovers cultural stories of African American Airmen in East Anglia during the Cold War

Pioneering heritage project uncovers cultural stories of African American Airmen in East Anglia during the Cold War

Pioneering heritage project uncovers cultural stories of African American Airmen in East Anglia during the Cold War

Elma Glasgow

Jun 293 min read

Seated older Black man in a hat and blue jacket holds a drink in a dimly lit setting. The mood is contemplative and relaxed.

Seated older Black man in a hat and blue jacket holds a drink in a dimly lit setting. The mood is contemplative and relaxed.

From young Suffolk airman to soul music icon - meet Geno Washington.

Elma Glasgow

Jun 234 min read

Glossary

Glossary

Glossary

Elma Glasgow

Jun 222 min read

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