LYNCHBURG, Va., (WSET) — A long-time Lynchburg resident and former Tuskegee Airman was honored at Monument Terrace on Christmas Day.
Alfred Farrar called Lynchburg his home for many years. He recently passed away, just days before his 100 birthday.
His son, Roy Farrar, among others, honored his life on Christmas Day. Roy accepted an American Flag in his honor along with other tributes.
“Even though he didn’t quite make it to his 100th birthday on the 26th I am not going to begrudge him those 9 days. He worked hard through 2020 to last as long and famously as he did,” said Roy.
Farrar was a true American hero that will be remembered for his service in a program that went down in history.
The Tuskegee Airmen were the first black military aviators in the U.S. Army Air Corp.
“It was groundbreaking training and a big step for the military to acknowledge and have the African Americans participate,” said Roy.
A brick with Farrar’s name on it will also be added to the “Honor and Remembrance” memorial in front of Monument Terrace.
Steve Bozeman Lynchburg Area Veterans Council, Vice President said “as long as Monument Terrace stands those bricks will be over there.”
by Caroline Eaker
