For their bravery during the Spanish-American War, five African American soldiers & two sailors received the Medal of Honor. Among them was Sergeant Major Edward Baker who rescued a drowning soldier under fire. Baker's grandson was Dexter Gordon - the renowned musician/composer.
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@ProenzaColes @faithinbooks We never learn this "woke" history about the United States involvement in the Spanish American War. Let some folk tell it, the war was won by Teddy Roosevelt & his rough riders. They never mention Buffalo Soldiers of 9th Calvary Regiment who were with Roosevelt's volunteers.
@ProenzaColes Great story and picture and Nice anecdote, too.