Unity in Struggle
Du Bois emerges as an unexpected advocate for black enlistment, urging African Americans to unite against the threat posed by Germany, despite his usual critiques of race relations. Meanwhile, in Harlem, Big Bill garners support for the 15th New York regiment, aided by the engaging Lieutenant Jim, who prefers to serve as a machine gunner rather than a performer. This dynamic highlights the complexities of identity and duty during a pivotal moment in history.In this clip
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138: The 15th New York/369th or The Harlem Hellfighters
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