African American Contributions in World War I

The Fairfield Museum in South Carolina offers insights into America's involvement in WWI, highlighting the roles of African American soldiers and the contributions of Fairfield residents. The museum also covers the Gold Star Mothers' organization, which honors mothers who lost sons in the war. Visitors are invited to explore artifacts and learn from history.

Where is the Fairfield Museum located?

• 231 East Congress Street, Winnsboro, SC

• 231 North Congress Street, Winnsboro, SC

• 231 West Congress Street, Winnsboro, SC

• 231 South Congress Street, Winnsboro, SC

What was the slogan Woodrow Wilson used for his re-election campaign?

• He kept us out of war

• Peace and prosperity

• Change we can believe in

• A new deal for America

Which song by George M. Cohan helped create support for World War I?

• Yankee Doodle Dandy

• Over There

• Give My Regards to Broadway

• You're a Grand Old Flag

What role did most African American men from Fairfield County serve in during World War I?

• Combat roles

• Medical officers

• Pilots

• Support roles

Which regiment did the African American soldiers from Fairfield train with?

• 372nd Infantry Regiment

• 369th Infantry Regiment

• 370th Infantry Regiment

• 371st Infantry Regiment

How many Fairfield residents served in the Navy during World War I?

• 19

• 14

• 31

• 52

What was the primary purpose of Edgewood Arsenal during World War I?

• Manufacture of gas masks

• Production of ammunition

• Training of soldiers

• Development of aircraft

What was the Gold Star Mother's pilgrimage?

• A trip to visit battlefields

• A tour of military bases

• A visit to the White House

• A journey to visit their sons' graves

Who designed the service flag with the Blue Star?

• Woodrow Wilson

• Robert Ella Croisiere

• George M. Cohan

• Sophia Abel Alston

What did the Gold Star on the service flag represent?

• A soldier's ultimate sacrifice

• A soldier's return home

• A soldier's bravery

• A soldier's promotion