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Yes, to some. Henry Flipper was the first African-American to graduate from West Point.
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Who was a black frointersman?
Henry O. Flipper
Why did Henry O Flipper stand out for buffalo soldiers?
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Did Henry o flipper win awards?
i have no idea...sorry :(
How did Henry Ossian Flipper die?
how did henry flipper die
What made Henry o flipper most popular?
Henry O. Flipper was the first African American cadet to graduate West Point. there is a book wrote about him, it is called the colored cadet at west point. it is about his struggles going to college. he was sentenced of having a relationship with a white woman, which was not allowed in those days. and was dishonorably charged fron the military. 30 years after his death he was pardoned and his status changed to honorably discharged.
Who were the first two African American cadets at west point?
The first black West Point cadet was former slave James Webster Smith, who entered the academy in 1870 but did not graduate. Henry O. Flipper was the first black cadet to graduate from West Point, in 1877.
In three shakesphere plays what was the name of a hero?
The hero of Coriolanus is Coriolanus. The hero of Pericles is Pericles. The hero of Henry V is Henry V.
Who is the Author gift of the magi?
O. Henry O. Henry
Who was Henry Flipper?
Henry Flipper was an army officer . He was the first Black man to graduate from West Point and served in the rank of Lieutenant. He was court-martialed for some odd reason in the old West. a Book has been written on the subject- do not confuse with the televison dolphin!
Who was Henry ossian flipper and why was he famous?
Henry Ossian Flipper was the first African American to graduate from West Point Military Academy in 1877. He was famous for breaking barriers as a trailblazer for future generations of black officers in the US Army. Despite facing discrimination and adversity throughout his career, Flipper served with distinction and went on to become an engineer, surveyor, and writer.
Who was an earlier railroad hero?
John Henry(American folk hero) was an earlier railroad hero.
Who is lieutenant Henry ossian flipper?
He is an important man in the police busness
