Question

What is a reason WHY the Harlem Hellfighters got their nickname? A They were given a French award. B They were very brave in battle. C They had to move supplies. D They had many different jobs.

Answer 1

Answer: B.

They were very brave in battle.

Explanation:

One of the few black combat regiments in World War I, they'd earned the prestigious Croix de Guerre from the French army under which they'd served for six months of “brave and bitter fighting.” Their nickname they'd received from their German foes: “Hellfighters,” the Harlem Hellfighters.

The regiment was originally nicknamed the “Black Rattlers” for the rattlesnake insignia that adorned their uniforms, and they were called “Men of Bronze” by the French. It is believed that their German foes were the first to dub them “Hellfighters” for their courage and ferocity

The Harlem Hellfighters. The Harlem Hellfighters were an African-American infantry unit in WWI who spent more time in combat than any other American unit. Despite their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to their country, they returned home to face racism and segregation from their fellow countrymen.

Answer 2

Answer: C. They had to move supplies.

Explanation: