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Which was an African American troop that led an attack on South Carolina's fort Wagner?
54th Massachusetts Regiment lead by Col. Shaw A statue commemorating this regiment stands in front of the Government State House on the square in Boston.
Who was the 54 infantry and why was it important?
The 54th Infantry Regiment of the United States Army currently only has one active battalion, which is a Basic Combat Training battalion at Fort Benning. It may or not still be an infantry One Station Unit Training outfit - infantry OSUT used to be exclusive to Fort Benning, but some units since have reverted to non-infantry Basic Combat Training. A friend of mine who went through infantry OSUT in 2/54 in the late 90s tells me the battalion used to be nicknamed "Hell's Kitchen". As for lineage and honours they carry, its respectable, but nothing which would gain the regiment the fame of more 'prominent' units, such as the 506th PIR. See the related link section for the Wikipedia article on the 54th Infantry Regiment.
What battle was lead by black soldiers to help win the civil war?
The 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment was one of the first official black units in the U.S. armed forces.
Civil war African American troops?
Many negro slaves found asylum in Federal forts or in working for Federal troops. Many also enlisted in the United States Colored Troops regiments. Free blacks in the north had their own regiments, notably the Massachusetts 54th Infantry.
How did Antietam affect the 54th?
The Battle of Antietam, fought in September 1862, was a pivotal moment for the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, as it highlighted the critical need for Black soldiers in the Union Army. Following the Union's strategic victory at Antietam, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which encouraged the enlistment of Black troops. This led to increased recognition and recruitment for the 54th, bolstering its role as a symbol of courage and commitment in the fight for freedom and equality. Ultimately, Antietam helped to pave the way for the 54th's significant contributions in later battles, including their courageous assault on Fort Wagner.
Who were the significant people of the 54th Massachusetts infantry?
there were approximatley 500 billion people in the 54th massachusttes
How did the 54th Massachusetts infantry affect the civil war?
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Why was the 54th Massachusetts infantry unique?
They were the first black army
Who was the officer in charged of the 54th regiment?
Colonel Robert G. Shaw was the commander of the Maine's 54th (colored) Infantry Regiment.
What was the most celebrated black regiment in the union army?
The 54th Massachusetts Infantry
Why was the 54th Massachusetts Infantry special?
First All African American regiment
What was the 54th massachussetts infantry?
nobody really knos wht the 54th massachussetts infantry was because none of us were alive then and the people who did know hat it was are no all dead so unless you can call them up from the dead we don't know
What is the significance of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment?
The 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment was significant because it was an African-American regiment. The regiment saw substantial service during the American Civil War.
What state was the first state to have an all African American regiment?
Massachusetts; The 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Which was African Americans troop that led to attack on south carolinas fort Wagner?
The 54th Massachusetts infantry (coloured) regiment.
Who was in the 54 Massachusetts regiment?
The 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment was an all-black unit, commanded by white Colonel Robert Shaw
What would have happened if Col Robert g shaw did not exist?
Someone else would have commanded the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment
