In what year did the armed forces desegregate?

In what year did the armed forces desegregate?

• A. 1950
• B. 1948
• C. 1942
• D. 1961

Answer: (B)

Desegregation of the armed forces began with a official policy in 1948. President Truman signed Executive Order 9981, directing that there shall be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin. This marked the start of the move to integrate the military, a process that unfolded over the following years across all branches. So, the year is 1948. The later years listed either come after the policy was issued or, in the case of 1942, reflect a time when segregation was still the norm.

Desegregation of the armed forces began with a official policy in 1948. President Truman signed Executive Order 9981, directing that there shall be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin. This marked the start of the move to integrate the military, a process that unfolded over the following years across all branches. So, the year is 1948. The later years listed either come after the policy was issued or, in the case of 1942, reflect a time when segregation was still the norm.