A Place in Time - Remembering Martha Jean Awkerman

Master Sgt. Martha Jean "Martye" Awkerman, an accomplished trumpet player and former Cornet Soloist and dance band leader with the WAF Band, was stationed at Lackland AFB from 1954-1961. The band toured all over the U.S. and Puerto Rico. At that time, The USAF Band in Washington, DC was not open to female musicians. Martye’s recognized musical achievements were evidenced by her involvement in popular TV programs and shows, such as “What’s My Line”, “Johnny Carson Show”, and the “Today Show.” (Official Air Force photo.)

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