african american soldiers

Presents an inside view of the entire history of the Civil War's 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, a special corps composed of persons of African descent.

Chronicles the experiences of the men serving in the African-American 369th Infantry during World War I, discussing how they overcame segregation, poor training, and racial harassment to serve with French soldiers and play a key role in the Allies' Meuse-Argonne offensive.

Josiah Wedgewood and Marcus Perry were friends in Virginia, but now that they are both involved in the Normandy invasion, the differences in their positions is uncomfortable, for Josiah is a white infantryman and Marcus is a black transport driver, the only role the segregated army will allow him.

Focuses on the experiences of African-American soldiers in the Vietnam War, experiences that reflected and amplified the struggle for civil rights in America during this same time period.

Tells the story of the 369th Infantry, an African American regiment that risked their lives for the country they loved during World War I and emerged triumphant, in spite of the bigots and racists who did everything possible to make them fail.

A boy who hates being a slave joins the Union Army to fight for freedom, and proves himself brave and capable of handling a mule team when the need arises.

Recounts the deeds of the 9th and 10th Cavalry, comprised of African American soldiers who kept peace between Indians and settlers on the western frontier, fought in the Spanish-American War, and pursued the outlaw Pancho Villa through Mexico.

Presents a short history of the Buffalo Soldiers of the American West written in graphic novel format, and focuses on the African-Americans who fought against Native Indians and helped to protect the United States frontier.

Josiah Wedgewood and Marcus Perry were friends in Virginia, but now that they are both involved in the Normandy invasion, the differences in their positions is uncomfortable, for Josiah is a white infantryman and Marcus is a black transport driver, the only role the segregated army will allow him.

Tells the story of America's first black paratroopers during World War II.