Source: US Army (video statements)
In 1866, through an act of Congress, legislation was adopted to create six all African American Army units.
Many of these Soldiers went on to fight in the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War.
The Buffalo Soldier regiments went on to serve the U.S. Army with distinction and honor for nearly the next five decades. With the disbandment of the 27th Cavalry on December 12, 1951, the last of the storied #BuffaloSoldiers regiments came to an end.
#BlackHistoryMonth | #TBT
About the U.S. Army:
The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt and sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force.
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