Tag: African American military history
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Clarence Davenport Jr., the first Black Michigander to attend and graduate from West Point, overcame racial barriers to build a distinguished military career. Honored on Memorial Day, his legacy underscores the importance of voting rights and civic duty.
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Discover the remarkable story of William Harvey Carney, the first Black American to earn the Medal of Honor. From escaping slavery to heroically planting the flag at the Battle of Fort Wagner, Carney’s journey embodies courage and sacrifice.
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