Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. Trivia

The video discusses the life and achievements of Benjamin O. Davis Sr., the first African-American General in the U.S. Army. Born in Washington D.C., Davis entered military service during the Spanish-American War. He served as a professor and held various military roles, eventually being promoted to Brigadier General in 1940. During WWII, he worked to improve race relations and integrate black soldiers. Davis was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal in 1945. He passed away in 1970, leaving a legacy continued by his son, Benjamin O. Davis Jr., the first African-American General in the U.S. Air Force.

What year did Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. become the first African-American General in the United States Army?

• 1940

• 1950

• 1938

• 1945

Where was Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. born?

• New York

• Washington D.C.

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

Which universities did Davis serve as a professor of military science and tactics?

• Howard and Morehouse

• Princeton and Stanford

• Wilberforce and Tuskegee

• Harvard and Yale

In which year was Davis assigned to the 369th regiment New York National Guard?

• 1940

• 1938

• 1942

• 1935

What was Davis's role during World War II?

• Director of the CIA

• Commander of the Pacific Fleet

• Member of the Advisory Committee on Negro troop policies

• Chief of Staff of the Army

What significant change did Davis advocate for in the military during World War II?

• Full racial integration

• Increased military spending

• More advanced weaponry

• Expansion of the Air Force

For what reason was Davis awarded the Distinguished Service Medal?

• Leadership in the Air Force

• Innovative military strategies

• Bravery in battle

• Wise advice and counsel

When did Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. pass away?

• 1965

• 1970

• 1975

• 1980

Where is Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr. buried?

• Gettysburg National Cemetery

• Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery

• Arlington National Cemetery

• West Point Cemetery

What milestone did Davis's son achieve in the military?

• First African-American General in the Coast Guard

• First African-American General in the Navy

• First African-American General in the Air Force

• First African-American General in the Marines