The 100th Battalion, created by General Delos Emmons, consisted mostly of Hawaiian Nisei. They fought in many strenuous battles and became known as the Purple-Heart Battalion. When they were merged with another all-Nisei division, together they became the most decorated division in US history.
The 92nd Infantry Division, nicknamed the Buffaloes, was another notable all African-American unit. In six months of fighting, they earned many awards for courage under fire.
Mexican Americans also contributed to the war effort, mostly in segregated units. Seventeen Mexican American soldiers were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.
It is evident that every American, no matter what his or her race, contributed enormously in World War II.
It is always nice to read an article that addresses heroes who are not commonly well-known. Very detailed and complete. Thanks for your hard work!!
ReplyDeleteI like your concluding idea, that everyone did contribute no matter his or her race, it really ties it together well. Nice job guys!
ReplyDeleteI really liked this article! You did a great job tying in each race of heroes and like the importance of diversity that you stressed.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this article a lot because you included heros of WWII of different races. It was well written and informational. Good job!
ReplyDeleteNice job, it focuses on the topic and doesn't digress.
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