Tag Archives: Veterans Day
“And They Thought We Couldn’t Fight:”* Remembering the Nine Soldiers in a World War I Photograph
Today’s Blog is written by Barbara Lewis Burger, a retired National Archives Still Picture Senior Archivist The above photograph of nine World War I soldiers of the 369th Infantry Regiment is one of several iconic photographs in the National Archives and … Continue reading →
Posted in Finding Aids, Military, Tribute/News, World War I Era
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Tagged 369th Infantry Regiment, Alfred Manley, Barbara Lewis Burger, croix de guerre, Daniel Storms, Ed Williams, Harlem Hellfighters, Henry Davis Primas, Herbert Taylor, Joe Williams, Leon Fraiter, Ralph Hawkins, research, RG 147, RG 165, RG 92, Tyler Taylor, veterans, Veterans Day
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Remembering Those Who Served: A Tribute to Veterans
“Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day.” ~ Congressman Charles B. Rangel In honor of Veterans Day, the Rediscovering Black History blog would like … Continue reading →
Posted in Military, Tribute/News, World War I Era, World War II Era
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Tagged Alexis Hill, James McKan, Lisha Penn, Miranda Perry, Netisha Currie, Oscar Barbarin, RG 111, RG 165, RG 208, RG 44, Tina L. Ligon, veterans, Veterans Day, Wanda Williams
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