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New comic book tells tale of Civil War’s first Black Medal of Honor recipient
Sgt. William Carney, whose Civil War heroism was portrayed by Denzel Washington in the movie "Glory," will get his own comic ...
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The First Black Medal of Honor Action Is Brought to Life in the Latest AUSA Graphic Novel
William Harvey Carney actions amid some of the most intense combat of the Civil War would earn him the respect of his fellow ...
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The 54th Massachusetts: The Heroic Black Union Regiment
Many would never see Massachusetts again. As a Black regiment, the 54th faced many challenges ... He immediately seized the flag while under fierce fire. He ran towards the parapet, where he ...
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What Was the Massachusetts 54th Regiment?
This paved the way for the creation of the Massachusetts 54th Regiment on March 13 ... His Medal of Honor came during the ...
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Free graphic novel highlights the valor of New Bedford's William Carney
William Carney was the first African American to receive a Medal of Honor. Download this free graphic novel to read his story ...
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Silver badge for Alexander Hill of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry
Hill was wounded during the assault on Ft. Wagner, South Carolina. Cross with a disk at center (pin on reverse). Front: "E. A.HILL. 54.Ms.Vol/ Co. A" incised around top of disk above Fort Sumter ...