The Six Triple Eight in Rouen

Members of the six tripoleete had more opportunities for recreation in rouen as well, including participating in sports and athletic tournaments. They still didn't have equal access because of their race, though. Several members of the six triple eht were selected for an army all star team, but their invitations were rescinded when the organizers realized they were black. The battalions bas ball team was also denied boarding a train for a basketball tournament,. lieutenant general lee had the train held until his personal first class car could be connected for them to use. And they held another parade in rouen. This one honored joan of arc and passed through the square where she had been burned at the stake