More than 150 years after the first regiments of Buffalo Soldiers were formed, a bipartisan pair of senators is looking to bestow Congress' highest honor on the storied Black troops.

These Black troops received the nickname “Buffalo Soldiers” from their Native American foes, who equated the troops’ thick and dark hair with that of their sacred buffalo.

Each year, Buffalo Soldiers Day is recognized on July 28, honoring the legacy of the first all-Black Army regiments formed well over a century ago. On this day, many recognize the bravery of the ...

Introduction: Western Black soldiers since The Buffalo Soldiers : a review of the literature / Bruce A. Glasrud -- Fort Riley's Black soldiers and the Army's changing role in the West, 1867-85 / ...

FORT DAVIS, Texas — As many celebrate Black History Month during February, there is much to dive into. Going back to the 19th Century, just after the Civil War, the “Buffalo Soldiers” were ...

It strings together historic Buffalo Soldier sites from Moab — where the all-Black 9th Calvary (one of two all-Black cavalry units) made its first expedition into Utah Territory in 1878 — to ...

At Roosevelt’s signal, the combination of his volunteer Rough Riders and all-Black Buffalo Soldier regiments charged up Kettle Hill and planted an American flag, claiming it for the United ...

SEVEN NEWS AS WE CONTINUE TO CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH, WE’RE LEARNING MORE ABOUT THE BUFFALO SOLDIERS. COREY HOWARD TRAVELED TO SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO TO SEE HOW THEY SHAPE THE FUTURE OF OUR ...

Buffalo Soldiers National Museum You’ll find this hidden gem tucked away at 3816 Caroline St in Houston. They’re open Tuesday through Saturday.

More than 150 years after the first regiments of Buffalo Soldiers were formed, a bipartisan pair of senators is looking to bestow Congress' highest honor on the storied Black troops. Sens. Andy ...

This site was guarded by soldiers from both Fort Concho and Fort McKavett, including Buffalo Soldiers of various units. For more information about the event, contact Fort Concho at 325-481-2646.