Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

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A large grey house with dark grey shutters with a green lawn out front under a blue sky — The front of Youngsholm, the park's visitor centerPhoto: NPS / Roger Osorio

Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of the most respected leaders of his time. A well-rounded man with a steadfast devotion to duty, Young led by example and inspired a generation of new leaders.

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A large gray stone boulder with a bronze plaque on it indicating a national historical landmark — The large stone boulder with Historic Plaque affixed to it, sits in the front yard of YoungsholmPhoto: NPS / Roger Osorio

An African American man in a military uniform holding a sabre and wearing a cap sitting in a chair — Charles Young poses for a portrait shortly before he was awarded the NAACP Spingarn Medal.Photo: National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center

An African American man in a military uniform sitting high on a horse being saluted by a boy — Charles Young poses for a portrait with one of his horses as he is saluted by a young, unidentified boy.Photo: National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center

An african american family posing for a portrait with the mother standing behind the father and kids — Charles Young (far right) poses with his family, Ada Young (standing rear), Charles Noel (far left), and Marie Aurelia (sitting middle).Photo: National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center

A long row of African American soldiers standing at attention — The 24th Infantry Buffalo Soldiers while in the Philippines, c.1902Photo: U.S. Army

Several African American soldiers standing and sitting for a casual portrait — Buffalo Soldiers of the 25th Infantry pose for a portrait near Fort Keough, Montana, c.1890.Photo: Library of Congress

African American soldiers sitting, kneeling and standing for a casual photo — Troopers from the 9th Cav, K Troop posing for a group photo, c.1890.Photo: U.S. Army

Several african american soldiers on horseback parading down a dirt road. — Buffalo Soldiers of K Troop, 10th Cavalry on the move in Chickamauga, Ga., c.1898Photo: Library of Congress

Several African American soldiers waving while standing and sitting on a boat's deck — Buffalo Soldiers of the 369th regiment, Harlem Hellfighters, returning home from France during WWI.Photo: Library of Congress

Three African American soldiers holding rifles and walking amongst tall grass and brush — Buffalo Soldiers of the 93rd Infantry advance cautiously in a jungle somewhere in the South Pacific, c.1945Photo: Library of Congress

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