African American fought in every major United States war hoping for full acceptance into American society. During World War I and World War II, many African Americans viewed the wars as an opportunity to promote full citizenship for all people at home. However, during the Vietnam War many African Americans joined other Americans in opposing this war.
As of 1967, 64% of African Americans eligible to fight in Vietnam were drafted while only 31% of Whites were. African Americans suffered 12.5% of the deaths in Vietnam when the percentage of African Americans of military age was 13.5% of the population.
As of 1967, 64% of African Americans eligible to fight in Vietnam were drafted while only 31% of Whites were. African Americans suffered 12.5% of the deaths in Vietnam when the percentage of African Americans of military age was 13.5% of the population.