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201627 minPGdocumentary

civil-rights historical-events military racial-justice

The Negro Sailor

201627 minPGdocumentary

Integration and equal treatment of Black sailors in the U.S. Navy during World War II are highlighted, showcasing their contributions and achievements.

civil-rights historical-events military racial-justice

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Channel: US National Archives

The Negro Sailor

2016• 27 minPG

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Integration and equal treatment of Black sailors in the U.S. Navy during World War II are highlighted, showcasing their contributions and achievements.

Synopsis

In 1945, "The Negro Sailor" highlights the integration and contributions of Black Americans in the United States Navy during World War II. The film documents the experiences of Black recruits in Navy boot camp, showcasing equal treatment and teamwork. It honors distinguished sailors such as Doris Miller, Elbert H. Oliver, William Pinckney, and Leonard Roy Harmon, who received Navy Service Awards for bravery. The film also illustrates Black sailors in various roles aboard a destroyer, emphasizing their vital participation in naval operations and the fight for freedom.

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