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What was true about African Americans in the military?

A. Most African Americans were deployed to the battle front.

B. African Americans were included in the army in 1940.

C. Few African American troops were segregated.

D. Most African Americans were deployed to support roles.

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There were several things that could be true about an African American in the military. However, we only have a few choices to choose from here. Out the items listed, the true statement is that most African Americans were deployed to support roles. 
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The correct answer is Option D) Most African Americans were deployed to support roles.



The history of African-Americans in the military go back as far as the civil war where over 180,000 men served.



However, racism and segregation were rife for most of US history. There were some instances of black military soldiers as far back as the revolutionary war, but men landowners feared providing guns to slaves.



The earliest roles for African Americans were usually reserved for Support roles. This usually included cleaning, washing, cooking and helping in the transport and logistics of equipment.