History May 27, 2019 at 06:00 pm

11 interesting facts about black soldiers who served in the American army since 1775

Nduta Waweru | Contributor

Nduta Waweru May 27, 2019 at 06:00 pm

May 27, 2019 at 06:00 pm | History

During the Vietnam War, more than 275K African Americans served in the military and over 7K African Americans were killed on active duty.

Soldiers used the dap, a combination of hand and body gestures to greet each other and communicate solidarity.

During the Vietnam War, more than 275K African Americans served in the military and over 7K African Americans were killed on active duty. Soldiers used the dap, a combination of hand and body gestures to greet each other and communicate solidarity.#VeteransDay #APeoplesJourney pic.twitter.com/r6zNsAo3AR
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