The Heroic History Of African American Soldiers
Since the dawn of America’s establishment as a country and global power in 1776, African Americans have undoubtedly had an impact on the development of the country, practically building the country upon the backs of their labor. One aspect America is known for is its extensive army and its involvement in a myriad of wars in and outside the country which have contributed significantly not only to the molding of the country but its effect on the perpetual foreign policies. In these wars millions of men have chosen to take up arms to defend their country, however history and the textbook often forget to tell of the heroic history of African American soldiers in the United States Army. Their accomplishments were more than heroic but they were looked