Black women have proudly served in the U.S. Military but have often had their patriotism ignored and silenced in media and historical accounts.

The Army West Point Black Knights probably can’t wait to get back on the field after losing to their rival, the Navy Midshipmen, in the annual Army-Navy game.

About 40,000 of the U.S. Army’s newest soldiers from over 20 base installations across the country are heading home for the ...