Despite policies of racial segregation and discrimination, African-American soldiers played a significant ... oversaw Operation Desert Storm in Iraq. He was an African-American named Colin L.

The renowned military leader was merely reflecting the prevailing opinion among U.S. commanders regarding the capabilities of African American soldiers, who had been incorporated into the army during ...

African American troops line up, National Archives The military's view toward African Americans during World War II reflected that of the wider American culture. According to a report commissioned ...