Harlem Hellfighters Homework (pictures no work on blogger)
Who were the Harlem Hellfighters?
The Harlem Hellfighters were a unit of African American
soldiers who served in World War I. The Harlem Hellfighters were the 369th
Infantry Regiment.
The Harlem Hellfighters first started out with non-combat
roles, like labour duties. They were eventually transferred to fight by the
French Commander, as the French were trying to make them fight in combat.
They were originally called the 15th New York
Infantry Regiment. The 369th Infantry Regiment name was given during
WW1 by the United States Army. The Harlem Hellfighters gained their nickname
due to their bravery and effectiveness in combat. They spent a longer time in
continuous combat than any other American unit during World War I.
The 369th Infantry Regiment (Harlem Hellfighters) was primarily organized by Colonel William Hayward.
What
did the Harlem Hellfighters do?
The Harlem Hellfighters engaged into combat, and were part
of several significant operation in World War 1. The French Commander had
transferred the Harlem Hellfighters to fight for them. During the war, they
faced challenging conditions, like trench warfare, chemical gas attack, and
machine gun fire. Their assignments often involved taking and holding strategic
positions, conducting assaults, and defending against enemy attacks.
The Harlem Hellfighters were able to serve in the frontlines for a total of 191 Days. This would be more than any other American Unit had been able to serve in the frontlines. Because of their resilience and effectiveness, they were earned with the French Croix de Guerre as a unit, along with several other individual awards.
Why
are the Harlem Hellfighters so Important?
We should remember the Harlem Hellfighters due to their
braveness to serve for the War, and them going through the challenging times
because of racial segregation.
They served longer than any other U.S. unit in continuous
combat during World War I. Their bravery and skill on the battlefield earned
them numerous awards and commendations, including the French Croix de Guerre.
By the time they went back to their home, after serving the
country and almost dying. They were still faced with racism and unfair rights.
From their bravery and the recognition, they received. They began to open doors
for broader social change, including the beginnings of the Great Migration,
where millions of African Americans moved from the Southern United States to
take jobs in Northern factories, some of which were generated due to World War
I.
In summary, the Harlem Hellfighters were more than just a
military unit; they were a symbol of bravery, resilience, and the fight for
equality. Their service made a giant impact to both the African American
history, and also the history of the United States of America.
THE END
BY SYAFIQ FIRDAUS
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