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Laurence I. Hewes Personal Papers
LIHPP-001-002
This folder contains a publication titles "The Integration of the Negro into the United States Navy, 1776-1947," by Navy Lieutenant Dennis Denmark Nelson. The publication, originally written as Nelson's thesis for a Master of Arts degree at Howard University, discusses the history of participation in the U.S. Navy by Black service members, and analyzes issues related to racial integration in the military and the utilization of Black soldiers and other personnel.
Textual folder
Laurence I. Hewes Personal Papers
LIHPP-001-001
"This folder contains a U.S. Army report titled ""Leadership and the Negro Soldier,"" focusing on issues related to African American and Black military service members. Topics include the education, professional experience, and health of Black service members, as well as the history of Black soldiers and other personnel in the U.S. military. The report also discusses racist stereotypes, racial segregation, and other challenges Black personnel face in navigating the communities near military bases.Content note: This folder contains language that is derogatory, racist, and/or outdated to describe Black people and communities. The material is available here in its original form to facilitate research of the historical record."