Heroic Harlem Hellfighters Return from World War I

In the aftermath of World War I, the Harlem Hellfighters, the 369th Infantry Regiment, made a triumphant return to New York City. These black soldiers, highly decorated and known for their courage, completed 191 days of combat without yielding an inch of ground. Among them was Henry Johnson, whose remarkable bravery in single-handedly thwarting an enemy invasion in France made him a legendary figure both at the parade and in newspaper profiles. Johnson's heroic actions exemplified the valor and dedication of the Harlem Hellfighters, defying discrimination and segregation prevalent even in the military.