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The Negro Sailor

The Negro Sailor

Release: 1945-12-13 ·Runtime: 27m
Documentary

US Navy produced short stars Joel Fluellen as a draftee from his civilian job at a black newspaper through boot camp and an assignment in the Pacific. Completed after the surrender of Japan, the film celebrates the teamwork, diversity, and the actions of several distinguished African American sailors.

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

United States Navy