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2023-07-14 22:16 UTC
Intimidation tactics were also employed to deter Black veterans from accessing GI Bill benefits. Instances of violence, such as the rock-throwing incident in Chicago, along with attacks and lynchings targeted at Black veterans, created an atmosphere of fear and hostility.
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@Deglassco@mastodon.social 2023-07-14 22:19
Furthermore, there were reports of Southern postmasters refusing to deliver the necessary forms for Black veterans to apply for unemployment benefits. Despite protests from Black veterans and civil rights groups demanding equal treatment, including Black representation in the VA and non-discriminatory loans, the racial disparities in the implementation of the GI Bill persisted. 13/ #BlackMastodon #Histodons #History #StillWeRise