[WardFive] The Story of the Black U.S. 25th lnfantry Bicycle Corp 1,900 mile journey

 

This story is about the physical fitness, endurance, commitment to task and courage of a group of black infantry soldiers who were chosen to make a 1,900 trek via bicycle to determine if the bicycle was suitable as a military transport.  They endured weather challenges, horrific roadways, poor food, poisonous water and the myriad of physical illnesses associated with such a journey.  Military history makes little mention of their heroic individual and collective sacrifices.  When anyone questions the loyalty of African Americans, you may want to share this story with them.

 

Clarence Edwards

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