Black History Month

Pioneering WAC officer relished her long career in the Army.

Before he retired in 2002, Master Chief Vincent Patton III is was the principal advisor to the Commandant of the Coast Guard.

From Tuskegee Airman to First Black four-star, James realized an American dream.

World War II veteran Lanier Phillips shares his story of racism in the Navy and his rescue from a famous shipwreck.

A successful African-American military family reflects on its heritage and the lessons it has learned.

Fishburne is the first female African-American to be promoted to flag rank in the U.S. Navy.

If there’s another family with 11 brothers who served in the military, Lebronze Davis would love to hear about it.

After combat missions over Vietnam, Air Force pilot flew on to become America's first African American astronaut.

Coast Guard officer played poker with the Germans who held Cherbourg's fortress -- and won.

Their wartime contributions helped break the military's color barrier.