World War II Archives - Andscape

During World War II, the black press campaigned for a double victory – over tyranny abroad and segregation at home

A new book looks at how the Navy was forced to commission its first black officers

By Dan C. Goldberg

6 years ago Culture

Clarence Beavers, last surviving member of the first black paratroop unit, dies at 96

The groundbreaking WWII program helped end segregation in the military

By Cory Garfman

8 years ago Culture

9/11 attack still haunts and defines us

But eventually, like Pearl Harbor and the 1929 crash, it will retreat into history

9 years ago Culture

Willie Rogers, the last member of the original Tuskegee Airmen, dead at 101

Rogers was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2007

By Rhiannon Walker

9 years ago Culture