African Americans at War [2 Volumes]: An EncyclopediaA fascinating chronicle of the endeavors of African Americans who fought for their country: this book recounts their stories, their bravery, and their contributions. Often marginalized in support functions and frequently given suicidal missions, African Americans have served with distinction and honor in all U.S. conflicts. Their stories, endeavors, and bravery are now chronicled in one accessible resource. This set investigates each war, the interwar years, integration periods, and acceptance of African American men and women on the military team. This is a fascinating compendium spanning all U.S. history.
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... American War ; 10th Cavalry ; U.S. Army References and Further Reading Schubert , Frank N. Black Valor . Wilmington , DE : Scholarly Resources , 1997 . BLACK , BARRY C. ( B. 1948 ) A highly decorated , long - serving U.S. naval offi ...
... U.S. Navy . The higher figure has of- ten been associated with operations on the Great Lakes , in particular the battle of Lake Erie ( 1813 ) . By 1813 , increasing numbers of African Americans deserted from the Royal Navy to serve on U.S. ...
... U.S. Navy . New York : Farrar , Straus , and Young , 1951 . Stillwell , Paul , ed . The Golden Thirteen : Recollections of the First Black Naval Officers . Annapolis , MD : Naval Institute Press , 1993 . GRAVELY , SAMUEL LEE , JR . 1922 ...
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Chaffins Farm New Market Heights Battle of September 2930 1864 | 99 |
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