The Port Chicago Disaster Remembered
It was one of the biggest tragedies that took place stateside in World War II, and it led to a turning point for African-Amer...
Black History Month
“Ten Stars” Biography Details Life of First African-American To Lead Troops in Combat
Ten Stars, by author Kendal Weaver, details the outstanding life of General J. Gary Cooper, the first black Marine to lead de...
North Carolina Honors Coast Guard Captain Who Was Born a Slave
Richard Etheridge went from being a slave to the first African-American to command a life-saving station.
The First African-American Navy SEALs
Fred "Tiz" Morrison and William Goines were African-American pioneers in naval special warfare, and generally acknowledged to...
The Harlem Hellfighters: The Full Story
They became famous for their exploits in World War I - but what did the Harlem Hellfighters do after the war ended? A lot, as...
This West Point Cadet Made History
Simone Askew solidified her place in history at West Point, becoming the first African American woman to earn the position of...
African American Service in the National Guard
The National Guard's history is replete with examples of African-Americans who served with distinction.
Black Female U-2 Pilot Broke Barriers on the Ground and in the Air
Air Force Colonel Merryl Tengesdal started out in the Navy flying helicopters but ended up becoming the first African-America...
World War II Veteran Recognized with Honorary College Degree
A Navy veteran who survived the attack on Pearl Harbor was recognized for his service with an honorary college degree.
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