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Black History Month at the American Merchant Marine Museum

KINGS POINT, N.Y., Feb. 19, 2016 – In the spirit of celebrating Black History Month, the American Merchant Marine Museum is playing the film Salty Dog Blues: Merchant Marines of Color Fighting for Their Rightful Share, on a continuous loop in the media room.  The documentary is a frank look at the struggle for non-white merchant mariners to be recognized for their service during World War II and beyond.

The American Merchant Marine Museum is open Tuesday through Friday, 10am-3pm.  Feel free to drop by and view the film even if for just a few minutes.

By Dr. Joshua M. Smith

All photos are used courtesy of the U.S. War Shipping Administration, the Maritime Commission, the Maritime Administration, the National Archives and the U.S. Naval History & Heritage Command

Joseph B. Williams, First African-American Graduate of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

Joseph B. Williams
Last updated: Friday, February 19, 2016

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