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African American Heroes: Contributions in World War II and Beyond

Explore the remarkable stories of African Americans who served valiantly in military history, including Doris “Dorie” Miller's heroism during WWII, the trailblazing Tuskegee Airmen led by Eleanor Roosevelt, and the courageous members of the 761st Tank Battalion and the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion. This collection highlights their exceptional contributions, resilience against discrimination, and the fight for equality in the U.S. Armed Forces. Join us in honoring these heroes who played a crucial role in shaping America's military legacy.

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African American Heroes: Contributions in World War II and Beyond

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  1. They Fought Two Wars

  2. Doris “Dorie” Miller

  3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmmk41JEUW0 2:45

  4. The First Tuskegee Class Eleanor Roosevelt flying with Alfred “Chief” Anderson

  5. Red-Tail Angels http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvYvQcppaU4 2:50 Tuskegee Airmen http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpA6TC0T_Lw 2:40 Red Tails

  6. Steward's mates joke as they dry silverware in the wardroom of U.S.S. Ticonderoga, November 1944.

  7. Negro messmen aboard a Navy cruiser who volunteered for additional duty as gunners. “They have been doing proficient work under battle conditions in the Pacific.” July 1942

  8. 761st Tank Battalion Black Panthers 2nd Lt. Jack Roosevelt Robinson

  9. Red Ball Express

  10. "These drivers chalked up 20,000 miles each without an accident.” May 1945

  11. The Triple Nickel555th Parachute Infantry Battalion

  12. “Although a dress uniform is not a part of the regular equipment, most of the Negro Marines spend money out of their pay for what is generally considered the snappiest uniform in the armed services.” May 1943

  13. “These Negro members of a Coast Guard Horse Patrol unit patrol beaches in the New Jersey area in all kinds of weather.”

  14. Executive Order 8802Fair Employment Act

  15. "Marian Anderson, world's greatest contralto, entertains a group in San Francisco.” April 1945

  16. "Hattie McDaniel, Chairman of the Negro Division of the Hollywood Victory Committee, leads a caravan of entertainers and hostesses.”

  17. Wrap-Up • In which war did African-Americans contribute the most to military history?

  18. Korean War

  19. The Anderson Platoon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBDup8z87zw 3:14 – 7:00

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