Maritime Archaeologist Wayne Lusardi of ‘THE REAL RED TAILS’ from National Geographic TV On The Message He Hopes Viewers Take From The Documentary

Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the Great Lakes? Wayne Lusardi , Michigan's State Maritime Archaeologist, dives deep into history, uncovering not just shipwrecks, but also airplanes lost during World War II training missions. His latest discovery? A P-39 Airacobra flown by a Tuskegee Airman, Lieutenant Frank H. Moody.

This isn't just about a plane, says Wayne in this exclusive interview. It's a story of resilience. The documentary, "The Real Red Tails," explores the incredible challenges faced by the Tuskegee Airmen, who trained to fight for a country that didn't fully embrace them.

In this interview, Wayne shares:

• The struggles of documenting underwater wrecks in the face of weather and time.
• The fight to preserve artifacts ravaged by invasive mussels.
• The immense contribution of the Tuskegee Airmen to the war effort, often overlooked in history lessons.

"The Real Red Tails" premieres on June 3rd on National Geographic TV. The full interview with Wayne in Authority Magazine can be found below:

https://medium.com/authority-magazine/maritime-archaeologist-wayne-lusardi-of-the-real-red-tails-from-national-geographic-tv-on-the-0fdb29a2c3e6