| Description |
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
Racial justice in America: excellence and achievement |
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Racial justice in America: excellence and achievement.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Summary |
"Black people have fought in every war the United States has been in, even when they weren't able to officially serve. Readers will discover the bravery and achievements of Black soldiers and units--including the storied 6888th battalion of tenacious Black women. The Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement series celebrates Black achievement and culture, while exploring racism in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, activities created by Wing, table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and educational matter"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
What is the history of blacks in the military? -- Who was the 6888th Battalion? -- Military achievements & firsts -- The military today -- Making a way out of no way!!! |
| Audience |
Grades 7-9 Cherry Lake Publishing. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 32) and index. |
| Subject |
United States -- Armed Forces -- African Americans -- History -- Juvenile literature.
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African American soldiers -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
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United States. Army. Women's Army Corps. Central Postal Battalion, 6888th -- Juvenile literature.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Participation, African American -- Juvenile literature.
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United States -- History, Military -- Juvenile literature.
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African American soldiers -- Biography.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Participation, African American.
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United States -- Armed Forces -- African Americans -- History.
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United States. Army. Women's Army Corps. Central Postal Battalion, 6888th. (OCoLC)fst01596096
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African American soldiers. (OCoLC)fst00799366
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Armed Forces -- African Americans.
(OCoLC)fst01351729
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Military participation -- African American.
(OCoLC)fst01353696
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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World War (1939-1945) (OCoLC)fst01180924
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| Chronological Term |
1939-1945
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| Genre/Form |
Biographies. (OCoLC)fst01919896
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History. (OCoLC)fst01411628
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Juvenile works. (OCoLC)fst01411637
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Military history. (OCoLC)fst01411630
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| ISBN |
9781534199316 (hardcover) |
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1534199314 (hardcover) |
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9781668900451 (paperback) |
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1668900459 (paperback) |
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9781668901892 (pdf) |
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9781668906217 (ebook) |
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