Recalling Truman’s Order To Desegregate The Military In The March Toward Racial Equality

Summary

KEY POINTS

1. Before 1948, the armed forces were heavily segregated.
2. Black soldiers' significant contributions in WWII met with desegregation opposition.
3. Truman aimed to permanently end military racial discrimination.
4. During the Vietnam War, Black soldiers faced high combat burdens.
5. Modern businesses are now legally addressing fairness and equity in a polarized climate.

References

• Media Check: Forbes - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• ADDITIONAL READING RAAF RUNWAY (PME)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC