The Crisis: The Perception of Race in WWI
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These articles speak not only of the actions, but of the soldiers, with the utmost respect. This respect is a key aspect when it comes to the conditions African-American soldiers lived and worked in during this war. The point to note here is that these citations and awards for bravery were not given out by the United States Government. The citations were given out in a "British West India regiment" and two "military cross[es] and three military medals for bravery" were given to African-American soldiers from Trinidad fighting in Egypt. This, in itself speaks of the lack of acknowledgment U.S. African-American troops received, even though they are noted for their great feats of bravery and sacrifice. | These articles speak not only of the actions, but of the soldiers, with the utmost respect. This respect is a key aspect when it comes to the conditions African-American soldiers lived and worked in during this war. The point to note here is that these citations and awards for bravery were not given out by the United States Government. The citations were given out in a "British West India regiment" and two "military cross[es] and three military medals for bravery" were given to African-American soldiers from Trinidad fighting in Egypt. This, in itself speaks of the lack of acknowledgment U.S. African-American troops received, even though they are noted for their great feats of bravery and sacrifice. | ||
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