Casualty List of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment from the Assault on Fort Wagner, South Carolina; Scope and content: The 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment was one of the most celebrated regiments of black soldiers that fought in the Civil War. Known simply as the 54th, this regiment became famous after the heroic, but ill-fated, assault on Fort Wagner, South Carolina. Leading the direct assault under heavy fire, the 54th suffered enormous casualties before being forced to withdraw. The courage and sacrifice of the 54th helped to dispel doubt within the Union Army about the fightin
Casualty List of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment from the Assault on Fort Wagner, South Carolina; Scope and content: The 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment was one of the most celebrated regiments of black soldiers that fought in the Civil War. Known simply as the 54th, this regiment became famous after the heroic, but ill-fated, assault on Fort Wagner, South Carolina. Leading the direct assault under heavy fire, the 54th suffered enormous casualties before being forced to withdraw. The courage and sacrifice of the 54th helped to dispel doubt within the Union Army about the fighting ability of black soldiers. General notes: Exhibit History: American Originals, December 1995 - December 1996, National Archives Rotunda, Washington, DC, Exhibit No.
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