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1.

WHO WAS THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN GENERAL OFFICER IN THE REGULAR ARMY AND IN THE U.S. ARMED FORCES?
- A.
  
  MacArthur, Arthur, JR.
- B.
  
  Benjamin O. Davis, Sr.,
- C.
  
  John F. Mackie
Correct Answer
B. Benjamin O. Davis, Sr.,

Explanation
He was promoted to first lieutenant on March 30, 1905; to captain on December 24, 1915; to major (temporary) on August 5, 1917; and to lieutenant colonel (temporary) on May 1, 1918. He reverted to his permanent rank of captain on October 14, 1919, and was promoted to lieutenant colonel on July 1, 1920; to colonel on February 18, 1930; to brigadier general (temporary) on October 25, 1940. He was retired on July 31, 1941, and recalled to active duty with the rank of brigadier general the following day. http://www.history.army.mil/html/topics/afam/davis.html

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2.

Five African American nurses served under the direction of Catholic nuns aboard the Navy hospital ship Red Rover. Four of their names have been recorded. Name the four nurses.
- A.
  
  Alice Kennedy
- B.
  
  Ann McKinney
- C.
  
  Sarah Kinno
- D.
  
  Ellen Campbell
- E.
  
  Betsy Young
Correct Answer(s)
A. Alice Kennedy
C. Sarah Kinno
D. Ellen Campbell
E. Betsy Young

Explanation
Five black nurses served under the direction of Catholic nuns aboard the Navy hospital ship Red Rover. Four of their names—Alice Kennedy, Sarah Kinno, Ellen Campbell and Betsy Young—have been recorded. http://www.womensmemorial.org/Education/BBH1998.html

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3.

African American graduate nurses received direct contracts from the Surgeon General for service in the Spanish-American War.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Tuskegee Institute records reveal five nursing graduates served in Army camps. http://www.womensmemorial.org/Education/BBH1998.html

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The President, in the name of Congress, has awarded more than _______ Medals of Honor to our nation's bravest Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen since the decoration's creation in 1861.
- A.
  
  4,000
- B.
  
  3,400
- C.
  
  4,500
Correct Answer
B. 3,400

Explanation
The President, in the name of Congress, has awarded more than 3,400 Medals of Honor to our nation's bravest Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen since the decoration's creation in 1861. http://www.history.army.mil/moh.html

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88 Medal of Honors have been awarded to 87 different African American recipients. Who is one of nineteen men, and the only African American, to have been awarded two Medals of Honor.
- A.
  
  Kenneth P Hill
- B.
  
  Robert Augustus Sweeney
- C.
  
  Thomas H.D. Folsom
Correct Answer
B. Robert Augustus Sweeney

Explanation
http://www.history.army.mil/html/topics/afam/index.html

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How many U.S. Army five-star generals have there been?
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  There is no such thing
- C.
  
  5
Correct Answer
C. 5

Explanation
http://www.history.army.mil/html/faq/5star.html

General of the Army George C. Marshall: December 16, 1944

General of the Army Douglas MacArthur: December 18, 1944

General of the Army Dwight D. Eisenhower: December 20, 1944

General of the Army Henry H. Arnold: December 21, 1944
(Redesignated General of the Air Force pursuant to Public Law 58, 81st Congress, approved May 7, 1949)

General of the Army Omar N. Bradley: September 20, 1950

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7.

The Army was founded on 14 June of what year?
- A.
  
  1775
- B.
  
  1776
- C.
  
  1675
Correct Answer
A. 1775

Explanation
The U.S. Army was founded on June 14, 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized enlistment of riflemen to serve the United Colonies for one year. http://www.history.army.mil/html/faq/branches.html

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Who is the only Black Medal of Honor recipient for WWI?
- A.
  
  Sgt Maurice Powell
- B.
  
  Cpt James Allen
- C.
  
  Cpl. Freddie Stowers
Correct Answer
C. Cpl. Freddie Stowers

Explanation
http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp?marker=19447

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There were 6 Battle locations in the War of 1812. They consisted of McHenry, Bladensburg, Lundy's Lane, Chippewa, Canada and ____________.
- A.
  
  Brandenburg, KY
- B.
  
  New Orleans
- C.
  
  Columbus, Ohio
Correct Answer
B. New Orleans

Explanation
http://www.history.army.mil/reference/18cmp.htm

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10.

What kind of Battalion did Elvis serve in?
- A.
  
  Infantry Battalion
- B.
  
  Tank Battalion
- C.
  
  Artillery Battalion
Correct Answer
B. Tank Battalion

Explanation
http://www.history.army.mil/html/faq/elvis.html

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Future Soldier Quiz IV

WHO WAS THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN GENERAL OFFICER IN THE REGULAR ARMY AND IN THE U.S. ARMED FORCES?

Five African American nurses served under the direction of Catholic nuns aboard the Navy hospital ship Red Rover. Four of their names have been recorded. Name the four nurses.

African American graduate nurses received direct contracts from the Surgeon General for service in the Spanish-American War.

The President, in the name of Congress, has awarded more than _______ Medals of Honor to our nation's bravest Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen since the decoration's creation in 1861.

88 Medal of Honors have been awarded to 87 different African American recipients. Who is one of nineteen men, and the only African American, to have been awarded two Medals of Honor.

How many U.S. Army five-star generals have there been?

The Army was founded on 14 June of what year?

Who is the only Black Medal of Honor recipient for WWI?

There were 6 Battle locations in the War of 1812. They consisted of McHenry, Bladensburg, Lundy's Lane, Chippewa, Canada and ____________.

What kind of Battalion did Elvis serve in?