Regardless of the soldiers’ loyalty to the U.S., they were still treated with little to no respect. The Buffalo Soldiers played an important role in creating the way for blacks seeking to enlist in the military. They endured racism and served in harsh conditions, making it possible for blacks to be accepted as equals. While they were scarcely used late in their tenure, their skill, bravery, and valor led to the establishment of other successful black units, such as the 92nd Infantry Division and the Tuskegee Airmen. They also paved the way for the desegregation of the military. Although largely missing from history books, the Buffalo Soldiers have been commemorated with statues and museums.
The men that served our country got the recognition they deserved. But the men of color did not receive as much as they should have. They were the men in the skies informing ground control of potential threats. The were the ones soaring high dropping bombs and having dogfights for this country. They deserve more than just a statue. They deserve everything that any other soldier does.
"Buffalo Soldiers." Encyclopedia of Race and Racism. Ed. John Hartwell Moore. Vol. 1. Detroit: Macmillan Reference USA, 2008. 255-259. Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 5 May 2016.