With the 370th Infantry Regiment, it was known for being one of the first African American regiments to serve with the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. The regiment was nicknamed the Black Rattlers. During WWI, the 369th spent 191 days in frontline trenches.
The 369th Infantry Regiment was the first US unit to arrive in France during World War I. The all-black unit, initially sent to provide support to the French, spent more time in the trenches during the war than any other US unit.
