Integration of the Armed Forces, 1940-1965

Author: MacGregor, Morris J.

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In "Integration of the Armed Forces, 1940-1965" by Morris J. MacGregor, readers are taken on a captivating journey through one of the most significant periods in American military history. This meticulously researched and compelling account explores the challenges, triumphs, and struggles faced by African Americans as they fought for equal rights within the armed forces during the pivotal years between 1940 and 1965. From the early efforts to integrate the military during World War II to the landmark civil rights legislation of the 1960s, MacGregor delves into the personal stories of those who fought for change, shedding light on the complex and often overlooked aspects of this transformative era.

Genres: Non-fiction, History, Civil Rights

Themes: Racial segregation, Civil rights movement, Military history, Equality, Social justice

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