African American Medal of Honor First

Sergeant William Carney was the first African American to be awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Civil War. I was honored to make a video about him.

  • Intro: 0:00
  • Elmwood Cemetery: 1:03
  • West Point Memorial: 3:07
  • Sergeant Carney’s Actions: 5:18
  • Sgt Carney Historic Marker: 12:41
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