Buffalo soldiers
African American troops in the US forces 1866-1945
by Ron Field
United StatesUnited States. ArmyAfrican American troopsHistoryUnited States. -- Army -- African American troops -- HistoryAfrican american soldiersUnited states, armed forces, african americans
This book presents the history of African American soldiers, beginning with American Civil War and the Plains Wars, when they were nicknamed 'Buffalo Soldiers'. The book continues with their role during the age of 'American Imperialism, ' before their fighting in World War I trenches. This publication examines their participation in World War II and their fight against prejudice and discrimination until the desegregation of the armed forces.
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Book data: Open Library