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On this day in 1930, the U.S. War Department insisted that Black mothers and widows must travel on segregated boats in order to visit their loved ones’ graves in Europe.

<p>On this day in 1930, the U.S. War Department insisted that Black mothers and widows must travel on segregated boats in order to visit their loved ones’ graves in Europe.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

The U.S. government snubs Black Gold Star mothers and widows - May 29th, 1930

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