african american soldiers

Tells about the heroism of the soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment, one of the first all-African American regiments in the Civil War.

From the Revolutionary War to the War on Terrorism, African Americans have a long history of military service in the United States. Many have performed heroic acts while fighting for their country.

Examines the history of the Buffalo Soldiers, describes their responsibilities, discusses how they were treated, and explores their legacy.

Chronicles the history of New York's African-American soldiers over the course of two hundred years, from the French and Indian War to the post-World War II era, highlighting the heroism of the 369th United States Infantry during their advance in the Argonne in 1918.

After enduring racial attacks in the Negro Officer Training Program, two young African-American men endure the hardships of World War I.

Discusses the formation of Philadelphia's African-American Sixth Regiment and its contribution to the Civil War effort, and provides statistics on the regiment and a muster roll of its men.

Recounts the history of the ninth and tenth Cavalry regiments, comprised of African American soldiers recruited to open the West to settlers and whose deeds included escorting wagon trains, carrying mail, and fighting battles against Native Americans.

Tells the story of the thousands of black men who served as soldiers fighting for independence from England during the American Revolutionary War.