In 1948 , they gained integration in the military under President Harry Truman , who issued Executive Order 9981 to accomplish it .
Black veterans of the military after both World Wars pressed for full civil rights and often led activist movements .
In 1948 , veterans gained integration in the military under President Harry Truman , who issued Executive Order 9981 to accomplish it .
Black veterans of the military after both World Wars pressed for full civil rights and often led activist movements .