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Civil Rights: Challenges and Changes

Question 1 • AZ-US/AZ History B (SS302)

Why was Executive Order 9981 issued in 1948?

Answer
A
to allow African American troops to join the military
B
to divide the military into units according to race
C
to end segregation and discrimination in the military
D
to allow soldiers of all races to serve as military police

Explanation

Executive Order 9981, issued by President Harry Truman in 1948, established equality of treatment and opportunity in the armed forces without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin. Its purpose was to end segregation and discrimination in the military, making C the correct choice.

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