Question

Where was the first major battle for African American troops in the Union army?


Fort Pillow, Tennessee

Port Hudson, Mississippi

Richmond, Virginia

Charleston, South Carolina

Answer 1

The first major battle for African American troops in the Union army was at **Port Hudson, Louisiana** (not Mississippi, but close). This battle took place from May 27 to July 9, 1863, and it was significant because it included the participation of the United States Colored Troops (USCT). The other options provided do not represent the first major battle involving African American troops in the Union army.