Question

US History:

What was NOT true of the African-American soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts?

1)Fought valiantly at Fort Wagner

2)Faced certain death if captured by Southerners

3)Refused pay until Congress passed an act granting them equal pay to white soldiers

4)Were almost wiped out at Fort Pillow

5)Were led by a white officer

Answer 1

What was NOT true of the African-American soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts?

ANS: 4) WERE ALMOST WIPED OUT AT FORT PILLOW

The valiance of the African - American soldiers of the 54th Massachusetss is a topic well- known and part of American folklore.

They were also warned that they faced certain death if captured.

The regiment joined the force only after being assured that they would be granted equal pay as the white soldiers and later on confusion, they took up serious steps to ensure their rights.

They were also known to be led by a white soldier.