Black History Month Highlights

The Army Historical Foundation celebrates February’s heritage month as an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time to recognize the positive impact they’ve had on U.S. Army history. Explore the image collage below to “click through history.” Also, find “must see” highlights in the Museum that share the stories of Black Soldiers, including a fragment of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment National Colors, whose brave actions were depicted in the award-winning movie, “Glory.”

 For those looking for a way to enjoy the Museum’s content from home, check out the latest Virtual Field Trip: Beyond the Civil War – Buffalo Soldiers on the American Frontier & Overseas, on February 16 and 23 at 10 a.m. EST to examine the commitment, challenges, and sacrifices of Buffalo Soldiers following the Civil War and continuing through the Spanish American War.

In Our AHF History Center, read about the Seminole-Negro Indian Scout Detachment formed in 1872 that served with the U.S. Army along the Texas-Mexico border. (The above photograph shows the detachment in 1914, courtesy of the Autry Museum of Western Heritage).

A “Click” Through History

Click on the images below to reveal the stories behind them.

Explore Black History at the Museum 

Plan your visit today to discover stories of Black Soldiers in the U.S. Army.