Several sources agree that July?3,?1863, saw the results and legacy of the 54th Massachusetts’ valorous assault on Fort Wagner (the attack occurred July?18, but its fame and military impact are tied to Gettysburg day). This volunteer Black regiment’s bravery was a watershed illustrating Black soldier heroism and influenced accelerating enlistment and equality in military service en.wikipedia.org.
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