Military Series – Robert Smalls
Robert Smalls – Civil War Hero, Black political leader during Reconstruction. Smalls had won freedom for himself and his family, and was a famous war hero.
Black U.S. Military History
Military Series – William H. Carney
Carney was promoted to sergeant and awarded the Medal of Honor for his gallantry in battle. He was the first black service member to be awarded the medal.
Military Series – The 761st Tank Battalion – also known as the “Black Panthers”
The 761st Tank Battalion – also known as the “Black Panthers” – was the first African American tank battalion to see combat in World War II. The unit’s motto was “Come Out Fighting” and that’s just what they did.
Military Series – Vernice Armour, First African American Female Combat Pilot
Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour made history as the first Black woman aviator for the U.S. Marines, and also became the first Black woman combat pilot across the U.S. Armed Forces.
Military Series – Lt. Col. Shawna Rochelle Kimbrell
Several years ago, retired Lt. Col. Shawna Rochelle Kimbrell made headlines when she made her childhood dream a reality and became the first-ever Black female fighter pilot of the U.S. Air Force.
Military Series – Benjamin O. Davis Sr.
Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. was a career officer in the United States Army. One of the few black officers in an era when American society was largely segregated, in 1940 he was promoted to brigadier general, the army’s first African American general officer.
Military Series – Henry Johnson and the Harlem Hellfighters
Henry Johnson, a private in the 369th Infantry Regiment (also known as the Harlem Hellfighters), was a highly decorated WWI hero. He earned the French Croix de Guerre for his bravery on May 15, 1918, while defending himself and a wounded comrade during a German attack.
Military Series – Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller
African-American military officer, federal civil servant, and advocate for black women’s rights and desegregation. Out of 300 women nationwide who entered officer training in the U.S. military in 1943, she was one of the three African Americans.
Military Series – Major Oleta Crain
African-American military officer, federal civil servant, and advocate for black women’s rights and desegregation. Out of 300 women nationwide who entered officer training in the U.S. military in 1943, she was one of the three African Americans.
Military Series – Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr.
Vernon Baker was one of seven Black service members who were presented with the Medal of Honor for their service during World War II.
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