Harlem Hellfighter Soldier French Uniform 1916 African American 369th Infantry For Sale

DETAILS:Real photographic post card (RPPC) of anAfrican American soldier in uniform. He is wearinga US Army issued highcollared shirt with riding breeches. His forage hat appears to be a bonnet de police chapeau commonly worn by French Infantry men. His overcoat andriding puttees (angle wrappings)are also French issued. Note the single stripe chevron on hislower sleeve which typically indicates War Service distinction.Measures 5.5" x 3.5" inches.

BACKGROUND: Some U.S. soldiers, notably the Harlem Hellfighters (369th Infantry Regiment), wore French uniforms and equipment during WWI due to segregation in the U.S. Army and their service under French command. While most U.S. troops wore American-made olive drab uniforms in a British style, specific units like the Harlem Hellfighters were provided with French gear because they were assigned to French armies.

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