Description
The Ninth Annual Dinner of the Reveille Club, held June 12, 1941, honoring the contributions of African American veterans of World War I.
Twelvemo, 4pp, folded along center line. The event was held at O’Keefe’s Restaurant in Oswego, NY. Glue stain to front cover of menu, previously mounted in frame. The dinner program lists 22 participants, and is signed by 17 of the attendees. Signatories include: Chauncey M. Hooper, Clarence E. Williams, Ralph B. Thompson, William T. Andrews, Ira L. Aldridge, Capt. Floyd McDonald, Elmer P. Sawyer, and others.
The Reveille Club of New York City, founded in 1932, is a historic organization for Black war veterans, initially established by World War I veterans and later including those from subsequent conflicts. The club has been pivotal in advocating for equal treatment and benefits for Black veterans, who often faced racial discrimination. It provides vital services such as job placement, educational scholarships, and legal assistance, helping veterans reintegrate into civilian life. Additionally, the Reveille Club played an active role in the civil rights movement, aligning with prominent organizations and leaders to promote social justice. Today, it continues to offer mentorship, networking, and advocacy, preserving the legacy and addressing the contemporary issues of Black veterans.
