Asked by Ashley Bussolari on Apr 27, 2024

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Arriving in June 1917,the first African-American military personnel to reach the war zone were tasked with

A) building roads,digging trenches,and unloading supplies.
B) replacing exhausted European infantry soldiers on the front lines.
C) creating a new front against the German army in northern France.
D) manning the new tank regiments which Britain had just put on the field.

Military Personnel

Members of the armed forces, including soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and other individuals serving in military capacities.

Building Roads

The construction and maintenance of roads, a crucial infrastructure activity for transportation and economic development.

Trenches

Long, narrow ditches excavated by military forces for defensive purposes in warfare, notably widespread in World War I.

  • Understand the participation and impact of African Americans in different capacities throughout World War I, including fighting, working, and supporting roles.
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Zybrea KnightMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The first African-American military personnel who arrived in June 1917 were primarily assigned to non-combat support roles such as building roads, digging trenches, and unloading supplies. They were not initially used in front-line combat roles, manning tanks, or creating new fronts.