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On July 17, 1944, two explosions at Port Chicago Naval Ammunitions depot destroyed two ships, wiped out the pier and killed 302 men, most of them Negroes who were not trained to handle the explosives and were told they would not detonate. After the explosions 50 men were charged with mutiny after refusing to load ammunition, stating that they were afraid. The men were found guilty. This is a very brief summary of what has been called the greatest wartime disaster on American soil.
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What are the release dates for From Punishment to Pardon The Port Chicago Mutiny - 2000?
From Punishment to Pardon The Port Chicago Mutiny - 2000 was released on: USA: 16 October 2000 (Chicago International Children's Film Festival)
Do you have the made for TV movie Port Chicago Mutiny?
This film was made in 1999. It's alternate title is "Mutiny". It was directed by Kevin Hooks.
What has the author Robert E Pearson written?
Robert E. Pearson has written: 'No share of glory' -- subject(s): African Americans, Explosion, 1944, Explosions, History, Port Chicago Mutiny Trial, San Francisco, Calif., 1944, Port Chicago Mutiny, Port Chicago, Calif., 1944, Race relations, Trials (Mutiny), United States, United States. Navy, World War, 1939-1945
What was the author's purpose in writing The Port Chicago 50 Disaster Mutiny and the Fight for Civil Rights by Steve Sheinkin?
The author's purpose in writing "The Port Chicago 50" was to shed light on the little-known story of the Port Chicago disaster and subsequent mutiny trial, highlighting the injustices faced by African American sailors in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Steve Sheinkin aimed to bring attention to these events and emphasize the courageous fight for civil rights undertaken by the African American sailors involved.
What is an inland port city?
Chicago is an inland port city.
Is there more than 1 Chicago?
No. There's a North Chicago, West Chicago, East Chicago, New Chicago, and Port Chicago-but there's only one Chicago.
What is the simple past tense of the verb mutiny?
The past form is mutinied.The crew mutinied two weeks after leaving port.
When was Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial created?
Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial was created on 1992-10-28.
What is the area of Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial?
The area of Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial is 20,234.282112 square meters.
What is the airport code for Port Williams Seaplane Base?
The airport code for Port Williams Seaplane Base is KPR.
What is the airport code for Port Bailey Seaplane Base?
The airport code for Port Bailey Seaplane Base is KPY.
What is the airport code for Port Alexander Seaplane Base?
The airport code for Port Alexander Seaplane Base is PTD.
