What was true of the American military during the Second World War?

A) It remained segregated by race throughout the war.
B) The Air Force was the first service to allow enlistment of African Americans.
C) African Americans could enlist only in the Army.
D) African Americans were not allowed to serve in combat.

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Khang Nguy?n · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Despite the significant contributions made by African American soldiers, the American military remained segregated by race throughout the Second World War. This policy meant that African American soldiers were often not given the same opportunities for training or promotions as their white counterparts. African American soldiers were also frequently subjected to discrimination and mistreatment, including being forced to use separate facilities and being given inferior equipment. It was not until after the war that the military began to fully integrate.

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