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1) The color of blood: celebrating the contributions of African Americans to the United States Military
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English
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The Color of Blood tells the story of African-Americans and their fight for equal rights in the United States military. The 26-minute documentary features historians, professors and veterans who experienced this controversial time firsthand.
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English
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"Presents information regarding African American involvement in United States Civil War of 1861 to 1865, including background information, key events throughout the war, the aftermath of the war, and important people and groups. Intended for fifth to eighth grade students"--Provided by publisher.
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English
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"In the mid-1880s, the first black regiments of the US Army were nicknamed 'buffalo soldiers' by Native Americans, a name that stuck. In the nearly 85 years of service that followed, buffalo soldiers served on the western frontier as well as in conflicts in Cuba, the Philippines, and Mexico. These courageous men became known for their discipline, among other admirable qualities. Sadly, they continued to face great prejudice in their own country despite...