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Buffalo Soldiers | Suffering in Silence | 4

American History Tellers

CHAPTER

Struggles of Black Cadets at West Point

This chapter examines the challenging experiences of Black cadets at West Point amidst systemic racism and segregation. It focuses on the harrowing journey of James Webster Smith, the first Black cadet, who faced extreme hostility and discrimination while striving for success in a prejudiced institution. The narrative highlights both the personal struggles of these cadets and their broader contributions to racial integration in military education.

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