Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops

Digital item

Identifier: CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0017

Staff Only

Dates

January 25, 1946
79th (1945-1947)

Scope and Contents

The American Veterans Committee congratulates Helen Gahagan Douglas for highlighting the contributions of Negro troops during the war, emphasizing their intelligence, willingness to serve, and heroism. This action is seen as important in bridging racial divides in the country.

Additional Description

Creator

Non-specified

Congress 79th (1945-1947)

Policy Area African Americans; Constituent Correspondence; Democratic Party U.S.

Tribal Affiliation Non-specified