A 1864 battle saw African American troops earn thirteen Medals of Honor in one day
During the 1864 Battle of Chaffin's Farm, African American soldiers proved their valor on the front lines, earning thirteen Medals of Honor in a single day of intense Civil War combat.
The Battle of Chaffin's Farm in September 1864 stands as a landmark moment for the United States Colored Troops. Charging against heavily fortified Confederate positions near Richmond, these soldiers displayed extraordinary bravery under fire. Their performance was so distinguished that thirteen Black soldiers were awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions that day, a record-breaking recognition of their courage and skill.
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