An 1866 law authorized the U.S. Army to form cavalry and infantry regiments of Black men, which led to the units, (file photo) 

 

July 28: The Buffalo Soldiers were officially formed in 1866. In 1992 this day was dedicated as Buffalo Soldier Day.

 

 

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