In the lead up to and during World War II the military establishment continued to maintain that African-Americans soldiers were not as capable as their white counterparts and needed more intensive ...

African American soldiers have had a big impact on the Central Coast. Buffalo Soldiers built the Presidio of Monterey, Fort Ord was the first integrated base in the country, and the all Black 54th ...

As we reflect on the remarkable history of the United States military, it is crucial to acknowledge the invaluable contributions made by minorities throughout the years. The stories of bravery, ...

A celebration was held in Brevard County honoring American heroes from the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of primarily African ...

You know, as a soldier myself ... "A great story, and rarely has a story been told on African Americans in World War II, but this African American unit of all females," he said.

Congressman Kweisi Mfume announces bills to award Medal of Honor and Congressional Gold Medal to African American hero, Mess ...

Educator, soldier, and psychologist ... "There was not a lot of recognition of African Americans in World War II. There was not a lot of recognition of women in World War II.

In honor of Women’s History Month, one local organization is acknowledging the accomplishments of African American women in ...

Tuesday, February 7, 2023 – Freedom is Not Free: Letters from African American WWII Soldiers to Rev. Nash (pastor of the Michigan Street Baptist Church) – Lillie Wiley- Upshaw, Racheal ...

The commander of the American Expeditionary Force, General John Pershing had refused to lead black soldiers into battle. Most of the third of a million African Americans drafted into the US Army ...