Honoring African American Veterans by exhibits, tours, and celebrations.
JOIN A COMMUNITY OF VETERANS THAT ARE HERE TO SUPPORT OTHER EACH OTHER, AND EDUCATE OUR COMMUNITY ABOUT OUR SERVICE, SACRIFICE AND HISTORY.
HONORING OUR VETERAN MUSICIANS!
A MOMENT IN BLACK HISTORY: DID YOU KNOW?
On July 18 1863 Sgt. William Carney became the first African American soldier to receive the Medal of Honor.
On July 19, 1941 Black pilots began training at the Tuskegee Army Air Field, leading to the formation of the famed Tuskegee Airmen.
On July 26, 1948 President Harry S. Truman signed Executive Order 9981, officially desegregating the U.S. Armed Forces and mandating equal treatment and opportunity for all personnel, regardless of race.
On July 15, 1964, Margaret E. Bailey became the first African American female soldier promoted to lieutenant colonel in the Army Nurse Corps. In 1970, she was promoted to full colonel.
On July 28, 1992 President George Bush issued Proclamation 6461 designating it Buffalo Soldiers Day.
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African American Veterans Arts and Culture, Inc. is a phenomenal organization within the buffalo community that celebrates African American Veterans, Culture, Heritage, and Legacy! Please support our efforts by donating today!
