Post by whitebull on Jul 4, 2012 15:18:34 GMT -5
"In 1866, Congress authorized four regiments-two cavalry (the 9Th and 10Th) and two infantry (the 24Th and 25Th)- comprising of African-Americans to assist with the hostilities in the West.
Most were former slaves and illiterate, which made them dependent upon white leadership, but they were known for their discipline, good humor, physical endurance, sobriety, and ability to face adversity."
"The Custer Companion-P.100"
I had no idea that the black soldiers were so disciplined especially when you read of the problems with drink in the white units.
The article then says that the Sioux respectfully called them "Buffalo Soldiers" and "walk-a-heaps."
It seems to me that the rest of the army could have learned a lot from these gentlemen!
Most were former slaves and illiterate, which made them dependent upon white leadership, but they were known for their discipline, good humor, physical endurance, sobriety, and ability to face adversity."
"The Custer Companion-P.100"
I had no idea that the black soldiers were so disciplined especially when you read of the problems with drink in the white units.
The article then says that the Sioux respectfully called them "Buffalo Soldiers" and "walk-a-heaps."
It seems to me that the rest of the army could have learned a lot from these gentlemen!
