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.”
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.
Gallery Highlights & Must See Artifacts
In the Preserving the Nation Gallery, you can find the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment National Color Guard Flag Fragment. The Federal color of the African American 54th Infantry, depicted in the award-winning movie Glory, was carried in the July 10, 1863 attack on the Battery Wagner of Morris Island, SC. Learn more about this gallery before your visit here.
The term Buffalo Soldiers was first applied to the 10th Cavalry, an African American regiment organized in 1866 by Col. Henry B. Grierson. In between thePreserving the Nation and Nation Overseas galleries, visit the Buffalo Soldier mounted on a Quarter Horse.
Sgt. John Denny Soldier Story
In the Soldiers’ Stories Exhibit, find the stainless steel pylon with the story of Sgt. John Denny and discover why he received the Medal of Honor in 1891. Learn more about the Soldiers’ Stories Exhibit here.
