Civil War and African-American Soldiers

When did the Civil War start?

• July 1862

• April 1861

• May 1863

• January 1863

Which act allowed African-Americans to join the federal army?

• Civil Rights Act

• Militia Act

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Army Reorganization Act

Which document issued by President Lincoln allowed African-Americans into all armed services?

• Militia Act

• Constitutional Amendment

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Declaration of Independence

What was the role of the Bureau of United States Colored Troops established in 1863?

• To train white soldiers

• To oversee African-American regiments

• To segregate troops

• To provide medical care

What was the first major battle in which African-American soldiers engaged?

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Port Hudson

• Battle of Petersburg

• Battle of Fort Wagner

Which regiment led the assault at Fort Wagner?

• 101st Airborne

• 54th Massachusetts

• 1st Marine

• 3rd Cavalry

How many Medals of Honor were earned by African-American soldiers in the Virginia theater?

• 25

• 10

• 15

• 20

Which Army Corps captured Richmond, Virginia?

• 25th Army Corps

• 10th Army Corps

• 5th Army Corps

• 1st Army Corps

What year were African-American regiments officially included in the regular army?

• 1865

• 1866

• 1867

• 1868

What nickname was given to the African-American soldiers who served in the regular army after the Civil War?

• Steel Riders

• Golden Warriors

• Buffalo Soldiers

• Eagle Fighters