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http://www.cleveland.com/metro/index.ssf/2013/02/fred_watt_fought_as_black_comb.html

 

 


Marion J Chard
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The black US soldiers caused quite a stir when they arrived in the UK during WW2. I have seen footage in the past of them marching through English towns to the cheers of local residents. They were welcomed I know as another important contribution to the allies war effort.

 

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