WWI (jul 1, 1914 – nov 11, 1918)
Description:
RACE380,000 African-Americans served in WWI, 42,000 in combat
• Loaned to French army
– Took French's shift at the frontline (spent 2/3 of their time at front)
– Fought at Chateau Thierry (turning point)
– Segregated units
396th Infantry division – "Harlem Hellfighters"
– Most decorated US unit in WWI (191 days in combat)
Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 1, 1914
nov 11, 1918
~ 4 years and 4 months