Sacrifice & Betrayal

Despite bravely fighting for a country that often regarded them as less than equal, Black soldiers faced unprecedented violence and harassment upon their return home from World War II.

Having recently read “Half American” by Matthew F. Delmont, we learned about so many brave Black Americans who risked their lives abroad to defend the freedoms they were denied at home. These stories spurred us to share the atrocities they faced once they returned. Their service uniforms, symbols of their patriotism and sacrifice, often fueled deeper hatred from white citizens and police, leading to brutal assaults, lynchings, and murderers.

This Memorial Day, and every one hereafter, it is crucial to recognize and honor these Black soldiers whose stories have been marginalized or erased from history. Their courage and sacrifices are integral to the nation's history and deserve acknowledgment and remembrance.

-AHUS