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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Call for History: Recognizing the Contributions of Negro Soldiers in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-01-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negros' Park in World War II: Request for Copies
- Date:
- 1946-01-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Championing Equality: A Call for Understanding and Unity
- Date:
- 1946-01-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Building National Unity: Northwestern College's Mission
- Date:
- 1946-01-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Address on Accomplishments of Negro Soldiers in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negro Soldier: A Contribution to Negro History Week
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Negro Heroism Praised by Calif. Lawmaker
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Role of The Negro Soldier in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs, Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Preserving the History of American Negro Service Members: A Thank You Letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-02-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for a Copy of The Negro Soldier
- Date:
- 1946-02-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is congratulating Helen Gahagan Douglas on her efforts to document the history of Negro soldiers in World War II. The sender requests a copy of the document for publication, in light of Negro History Week in February."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0024_thumbnail.jpg "The Call for History: Recognizing the Contributions of Negro Soldiers in World War II")
![["Mrs. Bluiett requested 50 copies of \"The Negroes' Part in World War II\" from Helen Gahagan Douglas, but Douglas only had 6 copies available at the time. She mentioned that if reprints of the Congressional Record were made, she would be able to send the additional copies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0040_thumbnail.jpg "The Negros' Park in World War II: Request for Copies")
![["The document is a letter written by Rev. C. Townsend Jucker to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas, expressing his dedication to understanding those who were found, came, or were brought to America. He also mentions his opposition to the F.E.P.C. Bill and his support for Douglas, as well as his organization's move to Denver, Colorado."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Championing Equality: A Call for Understanding and Unity")
![["The document is a thank you letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas to Dr. Davis W. Board, President of Northwestern College, for his letter. She also mentions sending him a copy of material on The Negro Soldier. The document also includes information about Northwestern College and its programs in social adjustment, religion, and business science. It emphasizes the importance of unity, understanding, and eradicating hatred. The document also expresses gratitude for support from merchants and wishes for a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Building National Unity: Northwestern College's Mission")
![["The document is requesting a copy of a speech made by Mrs. Douglas about the accomplishments of Negro soldiers in World War II before Congress. The sender, Ben Burns, asks for a copy to be sent or for information on how to obtain one. The document expresses appreciation for cooperation and best wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Copy of Address on Accomplishments of Negro Soldiers in World War II")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas sent Mr. Lerner a record of the achievements of a Negro soldier in World War II, which she hoped could be published in P.M. Newspaper for Negro History Week."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0036_thumbnail.jpg "The Negro Soldier: A Contribution to Negro History Week")
![["The Philadelphia Tribune sent a detailed and documented story of Negro heroism in World War II to newspapers, praising the courage and devotion of African-American soldiers and sailors. Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglass highlighted the achievements of individual units and individuals in various theaters of the war, dispelling false statements made about the war record of American Negroes. The story was published in the Congressional Record as a contribution to Negro History Week."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Negro Heroism Praised by Calif. Lawmaker")
![["Mr. McKane requested one hundred copies of Helen Gahagan Douglas' speech about the role of the \"Negro\" Soldier in World War II for educational purposes. Helen Gahagan Douglas sent the copies as requested."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0049_thumbnail.jpg "The Role of The Negro Soldier in World War II")
![["David T. Williams from Greensburg, Pennsylvania, wrote to Honorable Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas to express his appreciation for her efforts in preserving the history of American Negro servicemen and women in World War II in the Congressional Record. He requested pamphlets of the history if they were printed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving the History of American Negro Service Members: A Thank You Letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document is a request for a copy of the book \"Negro Soldier\" from Helen G. Douglas, a House of Representatives member, by a former history student and veteran named Arbele."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Request for a Copy of The Negro Soldier")