African Americans in WWII

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A Tragic Wartime Accident
Port Chicago Naval Magazine NM

In 1944, 320 men were instantly killed when two ships being loaded with ammunition exploded. It was WWII's worst home front disaster.
United We Can Win!
Rosie the Riveter WWII Homefront NHP

Sharing the stories and honoring the efforts and sacrifices of American civilians on the World War II Home Front.
Breaking Barriers with Valor
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

Learn about the courageous and heroic actions that earned these African-American airmen respect in and out of the skies.

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