African Americans have served America's military with brilliance and distinction since our nation's earliest days while overcoming overt, institutional, and more subtle forms of racism. Learn more about how African-Americans have shaped and been shaped by American military history including:
- The Revolutionary War
- The War of 1812
- The Civil War, including the United States Colored Troops
- The Buffalo Soldiers
- World War I
- World War II
Visit our American Military History site for a complete more exploration of the sites and stories related to the US military.
Last updated: September 24, 2018