MADISON – Dr. Rothacker Smith, a Buffalo Soldier in World War II, served with the 366th Infantry Regiment. His faith carried him through and directed much of his life, according to the National WWII Museum. (nationalww2museum.org)Buffalo Soldiers transitioned from Black Cavalry’s regiments beginning in 1866 and into the Spanish American War, World War I and beyond. Like other African American soldiers, Smith served within a segregated Army. The National WWII Museum in New Orleans offers a compelling blend of sweeping narrative and poignant personal detail.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 31, 2020 03:45 UTC