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And from our research WW2 Black Troops in Britain, here is a nugget from NARA Records of Military Agencies Relating to African Americans (pages 87-88). 'Description: The records relate to a report about the racial problem in Great Britain with a suggested solution of segregating the races that was viewed as impossible to do, guide lines for “inter-national and inter-racial relations,” policy on assigning Negro military personnel to the United Kingdom, the treatment of Negro soldiers, and a letter from a British citizen of Somerset who complained of the treatment of such troops. There are also references to colored troops being refused admittance to a dance hall in Suffolk, England; a report titled “Negro in Bristol Channel Ports”; a survey concerning the friction between colored and white troops that was caused by “the resentment of certain white soldiers against the association of the British people, particularly the British women, with colored soldiers, and the absence of ‘Jim Crow’ practices”; and an investigation into the quartering or billeting of colored troops at Ditchingham Hall in Norfolk, England' Want more? keep your eye on our social media and wait for it... sooner or later BOUM!!!!! 😁

The markets are closed today in honor of Juneteenth. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, it could not be implemented in places still under Confederate control. As a result, in the westernmost Confederate state of Texas, enslaved people would not be free until much later. Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas. Source: National Museum of African American History & Culture #FinancialAdvisor #FinancialPlan #FinancialPlans #financialplanner #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialgoals #financialadvisers #financialadviser #financialadvisors #financetips #wealthmanagement #wealthplanning #wealthadvisor #LakelandFinancialAdvisor #LakelandFL #Lakeland #FloridaFinancialAdvisor #AllenandCompany #AllenAndCompanyOfFL #LPLAdvisors #LPLFinancial

In observance of Black History Month, here's a great & informative link to 7 Moments of Bravery in African American Military History by our friends at the USO: ➡ https://lnkd.in/eXT5iaf

On this day in 1775, the American Revolution began with the first shots fired at Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts between British and Colonial soldiers. Founding Forward’s mission is to inform the future leaders of our country of the history of the principles and events that led to our founding. Learn more about our #civic #education mission here: www.foundingforward.org. #history #FoundingForward

New Video: Black American soldiers in WWII faced widespread discrimination, on and off the battlefield. Learn more about their experiences, and the significance of the Double V campaign, in a new short documentary. https://lnkd.in/eiaH4r43

Black Soldiers: Integration and Segregation in Armies Fighting in North America, 1754-1865 (https://lnkd.in/gEatsgKZ) This chart shows the inclusion or segregation of black soldiers in the armies of five nations that fought in North America's founding wars, from 1754 to1865. Formulated from research done for the book: Don Troiani and John U. Rees, Don Troiani’s Black Soldiers in America’s Wars, 1754-1865 (Essex, Ct., and Blue Ridge Summit, Pa.: Stackpole Books, 2025)

Today we celebrate Juneteenth, which marks a pivotal moment in American history. Juneteenth symbolizes freedom and the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19th, 1865, Union Army general Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom for slaves in Texas nearly 2 ½ years after the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation. At Pacolet, we continue to educate ourselves, support each other, and work towards a future where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and upheld. Learn more about #Juneteenth here: https://lnkd.in/g4EX_uUD

ISG, along with the entire United States Department of Defense, recognizes June 19, 2024 as Juneteenth National Independence Day, the commemoration and recognition of the end of African American slavery in the United States. While the Emancipation Proclamation had officially freed enslaved people more than two years prior, it wasn’t until the end of the Civil War that Union troops had the full strength to enforce General Order No. 3 in the once Confederate states, such as Texas. When U.S. Army General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, after the U.S. Civil War to issue General Order No. 3 and secure the Union Army's authority over Texas, he spoke not just of freedom but "an absolute equality of personal rights" for all former slaves. The emancipation of enslaved Black Americans was not the end of our work to deliver on the promise of equality — it was only the beginning. On Juneteenth, we recommit to our shared work to ensure racial justice, equity, and equality in America. #DSCA #ISG #DSCU #securitycooperation #departmentofdefense #juneteenth #juneteenth2024

Fun Fact: My grandfather was one of the first blacks allowed to join the Marine Corps during World War ll. Today, as we observe Juneteenth, it's essential to recognize that this day is much more than just a day off. Juneteenth marks the liberation of the last enslaved African Americans in 1865, a pivotal moment in our nation's history. Celebrating Juneteenth involves more than acknowledging the past; it requires education, action, and meaningful celebration. Let’s take this opportunity to: - Educate: Learn about the significance of Juneteenth and the ongoing journey towards racial equity. - Act: Engage in conversations, support Black-owned businesses, and advocate for policies that promote justice and equality. - Celebrate: Honor the rich cultural heritage and achievements of Black Americans through festivities, art, and community events. Let’s commit to making Juneteenth a day of profound reflection and purposeful action, celebrating the progress made and recognizing the work still to be done. https://lnkd.in/edQvZC_8 #Juneteenth #Education #Action #Celebration #RacialEquity #BlackHistory