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Afro Union Civil War soldiers honored in Chesapeake

In Chesapeake, the lives and legacies of Afro Union Civil War soldiers were honored Thursday, making sure that those who served our country are not forgotten.
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Afro Mexican actors fighting racism celebrate their heritage through their plays

TICUMÁN, México (AP) — There was something about her body, but Mexican actress Eréndira Castorela couldn’t quite put her finger on it. Some casting directors told her she was “too tall” to play a ...
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Afro Union Civil War soldiers honored at March Corprew Memorial Cemetery

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — In Chesapeake, the lives and legacies of Afro Union Civil War soldiers were honored Thursday, making sure that those who served our country are not forgotten. More than ...
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Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office donates markers to honor Afro-Union Civil War soldiers

CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — The Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office recently announced a donation of two new cemetery markers to honor Afro-Union Civil War Soldiers. According to a release, the markers were ...