Two Colored women with the American Expeditionary Forces

About this book

In the early 20th century, as the United States grappled with its identity during World War I, two African American women broke barriers by serving with the American Expeditionary Forces. "Two Colored Women with the American Expeditionary Forces" by Addie W. Hunton and Kathryn M. Johnson chronicles their pivotal roles in the YMCA, highlighting their contributions amidst racial and gender challenges. This compelling narrative showcases the resilience and dedication of these women, who navigated uncharted territories to support their fellow soldiers. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document illuminates the intersection of race, service, and patriotism, offering a vital perspective on the unalienable rights and struggles for equality that resonate to this day.