Photograph (Framed) P-015

Braves and the Brass, Buffalo Soldiers

In Black Valor, Schubert, author of Buffalo Soldiers, Braves and the Brass, examines African American military service from the end of the Civil War to the early 20th century. He highlights the experiences of 23 African American and Black Seminole Indian Scouts who earned the Medal of Honor during the Frontier Wars and the Spanish-American War. Schubert explores the challenges they faced, the bonds they formed with white officers and comrades, and their lives beyond the military—some achieving success in civilian life or earning commissions. He also captures the shared experiences of all soldiers, from garrison routines and long-distance patrols to the intensity of battle.