Buffalo Soldiers and the American West (Graphic Library, Graphic History)
Why we picked it
Written in graphic-novel format, this account of the Buffalo Soldiers introduces young readers to the African American units that fought on the Western Frontier and left a lasting legacy in American military history.
Our review
Told in graphic-novel format, this account introduces the African American soldiers known as the Buffalo Soldiers, who fought on the Western Frontier and helped protect the United States in the decades following the Civil War. A compelling, visual introduction to their history, their service, and their lasting legacy, designed to make these long-overlooked heroes accessible to young readers.
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Tells the story of the African American soldiers known as the Buffalo Soldiers, who fought against American Indians and protected the Western Frontier of the United States. Written in graphic-novel format.
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