Article 5DRCY The Harlem Hellfighters: The Incredible Story Behind the Most Decorated US Regiment in WWI

The Harlem Hellfighters: The Incredible Story Behind the Most Decorated US Regiment in WWI

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Despite mistreatment from the US Army, the Harlem Hellfighters never lost an inch of ground. The enemy never captured a single of their number. They suffered the highest casualty rate of any US regiment. None deserted.

The grateful French bestowed their highest military honor, the Croix de Guerre, upon the entire regiment.

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