Here's the remarkable true story of a dog who got caught up in the American Civil War. CLICK ON THE LINK TO READ THE WHOLE ARTICLE.
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African American Hero From The American Civil War
William Carney, born a slave in 1840, joined the 54th Massachusetts Black Regiment during the American Civil War. During the assault on Fort Wagner, he bravely carried the American flag, despite being severely wounded. Carney refused to let go of the flag and was eventually awarded The Medal of Honor in 1900 for his heroic actions. CLICK ON THE LINK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE.
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