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"Black people have fought in every war the United States has been in, even when they weren't able to officially serve. Readers will discover the bravery and achievements of Black soldiers and units--including the storied 6888th battalion of tenacious Black women. The Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement series celebrates Black achievement and culture, while exploring racism in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed...

2) The Black soldier: 1492 to the present

Author

Clinton, Catherine

Publisher

Houghton Mifflin

Pub. Date

2000.

Language

English

Description

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Chronicles the military accomplishments of African Americans who fought for the independence and preservation of the United States while struggling to be treated as equals and recognized for their valor and achievement.

3) Military

Author

Morrison, Jessica

Series

African American history

Publisher

AV2 by Weigl

Pub. Date

2011.

Language

English

4) Without regard to race: the integration of the U.S. military after World War II

Author

Garza, Hedda

Series

First book

Publisher

Franklin Watts

Pub. Date

[1995]

Language

English

Description

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Examines the racist attitudes that kept African Americans from meaningful service in the United States military and the changes that occurred in the armed forces' policies during World War II.