Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops, 1946-01-01 - 1946-12-31, Whole
Item — Box: 22, Folder: 9
Identifier: CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0017
Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops, 1946-01-01 - 1946-12-31
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.
Dates
- Creation: 1946-01-01 - 1946-12-31
- Creation: Whole
Creator
- From the Collection: Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980 (Person)
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Full Extent
From the Collection: 110.13 Linear Feet (219 containers)
Abstract
79th (1945-1947)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository