Question

Read the following excerpt from order 9981 issued by president Harry s Truman in 1948. It is hereby declared to be the policy of the president that there shall be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race color religion or national origin. The order is addressing the fact that up until this time, African Americans in the military

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. were segregated based on race

Explanation:

The executive order 9981 and the words of Truman emphasize the need for equality in the United States Armed forces because Harry S. Truman states there should be equality "without regard to race, color, religion or national origin". This was an important step towards equality because before this order was approved it was common African Americans and people of different races were segregated.

In the case of African Americans, this meant they were separated from white soldiers, they did not have the same importance or role than other soldiers and their actions were restricted. Thus, the order addressed the fact up until this time, African Americans in the military were segregated based on race.

Answer 2

Answer:

The answer is B, were segregated based on race.

Explanation:

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