Cover of Buffalo soldiers

Book 2008

Buffalo soldiers

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Publisher
Osprey Pub.
Language
English
Published
2008

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.