After the Civil War, about one-fifth of the regular U.S. cavalry troops in the West were Black. These buffalo soldiers were sent to keep order on a disorderly frontier—a difficult job with blurry ethical boundaries. Despite meager food, castoff equipment and chronic racial prejudice, they performed well.
Join historian and author Tom Rea for a free program as he explores their history and impact.
Saturday Mar 9, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM MST
3740 Jourgensen Ave.
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500 N Center St , Casper, WY 82601 – (307) 234-5311 – information@casperwyoming.org