African American history is intertwined with the essence that is the American reality. They not only took part in different forms of agitation for themselves as black people but also for America as a country.
Their involvement in the military goes way back to 1775 when slaves were compelled to fight for the British in Virginia in exchange for their freedom. Since then, they would take part in various campaigns.
Here are some interesting facts to know about these black soldiers who served in U.S. Army