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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Requests for Material: '"Negroes in the War' Distribution List
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_23_2_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- List of Names and Affiliations
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_2_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Requests for 'The "Negro" Soldier' Material: Washington Post Story Results
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- "Negro" Soldiers and Publications in War Days: A Historical Record
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Distribution of The "Negro" Soldier Copies to Requested Individuals in Washington, D.C.
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Role of Colored Troops in War: A Historical Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_23_2_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negro Soldier Distribution List
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_23_2_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Membership List of Metropolitan Councils and Affiliated Organizations, December 1945
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_29_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Title: Urgent Appeal for Release of Arrested "Negro" Officers
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_29_1_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Lack of Speed, Anger, and Toughness: The Defeat at Tobruk
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Various individuals and organizations are requesting copies of material titled \"Negroes in the War\" from different locations across the United States. Requests range from 1 to 6 copies and include addresses in Chicago, New York, Denver, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and California. Some requests are specific about when they need the material, while others are more general."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Requests for Material: '\"Negroes in the War' Distribution List")
![["The document includes a list of names, including Dale Perry, Phillis Nash, Louis, James Mchead, Mary Bethune, and others. It also mentions the NAACP and the White House. It appears to be a list of people or organizations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0018_thumbnail.jpg "List of Names and Affiliations")
![["Requests for copies of \"The Negro Soldier\" material were received following a story in the Washington Post. The requests were for use in connection with Negro History Week, including showings of the movie \"The Negro Soldier.\" Requests came from various individuals and organizations in Washington, D.C. and the War Department."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Requests for 'The \"Negro\" Soldier' Material: Washington Post Story Results")
![["The document appears to be a list of names and addresses, possibly of individuals or businesses. It also mentions publications and a motor company. Some of the names included are John Cromwell, Glad Hall Jones, and John Bacagartum."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0020_thumbnail.jpg "\"Negro\" Soldiers and Publications in War Days: A Historical Record")
![["On February 12, 1946, copies of The Negro Soldier were requested by Mr. W. Austin Williamson, Capt. James R. Brown, and Miss Agnes C. Coates in Washington, D.C. The copies have been mailed to them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Distribution of The \"Negro\" Soldier Copies to Requested Individuals in Washington, D.C.")
![["An article on the participation of colored troops in war is being sent to Wm. Alexander at 4958 Just Street, N.E., Washington, D.C."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0023_thumbnail.jpg "The Role of Colored Troops in War: A Historical Perspective")
![["The document is a distribution list for a publication called \"The Negro Soldier\" which is being sent to Senator James M. Mead's office and Mr. Jane C Evers at the Pentagon Building. Senator Mead's office will receive 10 copies of the publication."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0024_thumbnail.jpg "The Negro Soldier Distribution List")
![["The document is a list of members of various Metropolitan Councils and Affiliated Organizations from December 1945. It includes names, positions, and locations of the members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Data,%20Mailing%20lists,%20etc.,%201946-1947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_2_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Membership List of Metropolitan Councils and Affiliated Organizations, December 1945")
![["The document is a series of letters and telegrams regarding the arrest of Negro officers at Freeman Field, Indiana for refusing to accept segregation. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is urging the War Department to release the officers and take appropriate action against the commanding officers responsible. The situation involves the classification of Negro officers as trainees and their restriction from using certain Officers' Clubs designated for white officers. The War Department is investigating the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Urgent Appeal for Release of Arrested \"Negro\" Officers")
![["The British soldiers at Tobruk lack the speed, anger, virility, and toughness of the German soldiers, leading to their defeat. The British soldiers need a clearer understanding of why they are fighting, better training in killing effectively, and a more practical approach to warfare. The British commanders are trained as traditional soldiers, but modern war requires a scientific approach. The British soldiers also lack clear propaganda and support from the British Broadcasting Co. to keep their morale up."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Lack of Speed, Anger, and Toughness: The Defeat at Tobruk")