Black military heroes honored in White Oak after 12-year effort
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A historical marker honoring Black military heroes from the Shiloh community in White Oak, Texas—which included soldiers who fought in major U.S. wars and people born into slavery—was unveiled on May 25 after a 12-year effort to recognize their service and sacrifice.
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