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Who were buffalo soldiers?(1 point) Responses They were men who served in the U.S. Civil War on behalf of the U.S. They were men who served in the U.S. Civil War on behalf of the U.S. They were Black soldiers who protected Fort Davis after the Civil War. They were Black soldiers who protected Fort Davis after the Civil War. They were soldiers whose job was to protect dwindling American buffalo herds. They were soldiers whose job was to protect dwindling American buffalo herds. They were some of the first Black rodeo performers who were known for their skills.

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Buffalo soldiers were Black soldiers who served in the United States Army after the Civil War, primarily during the Indian Wars. They played a significant role in the westward expansion and were involved in various military campaigns, including protecting settlements and infrastructure. The term "buffalo soldier" is believed to have originated from Native Americans, who used it to describe these soldiers, possibly in reference to their hair or their fierce fighting abilities.