News and Appearances

Men of Bronze

A film by William Miles
Saturday, February 4 at 1PM - FREE
MEN OF BRONZE is the definitive story of the black American soldiers of the 369th combat regiment, known as the "Harlem Hellfighters," who served with the French Army in World War I. Although relegated to non-combat duty by the U.S. Command, the 369th was sent to France and spent more time in front-line trenches than any other American infantry unit. Fighting alongside French, Moroccan and Senegalese soldiers at the campaigns of Champagne-Marne and Meuse-Argonne, the courageous men of the 369th distinguished themselves in some of the fiercest battles of the Great War. MEN OF BRONZE uses photographs, interviews with veterans, and film from the French and American National Archives to recount the sage of the "Harlem Hellfighters," offering an inspiring tribute to these unsung heroes and an unforgettable look at World War I. 60 min.
 

Soldiers of the 369th

Panel Discussion
Saturday, February 4 at 2PM - FREE
 Panel Discussion and Q&A on the 369th infantry, the African-American and Latino soldiers serving in WWI, James Reese Europe's legacy & influence on the use of jazz in Post-WWI U.S. Foreign Policy. 75 min.
Panelists: Marvin Haire, George Richardson. Moderated by Willard Jenkins.
 
Marvin Haire is the Director - DRCI, Delta Research Institute,  Mississippi Valley State University.  Marvin will  focus on James Reese Europe's legacy & influence on the use of jazz in Post-WWI U.S. Foreign Policy. He will likely design and present a customized PowerPoint presentation w/ narrative, visual imagery and music.   
George Richardson is an activist and co-founder Periscope Associates, which markets books, films, exhibits, and special events aimed at inspiring pride in the African American community.  
Willard Jenkins is an independent arts consultant/producer, writer and broadcaster under his Open Sky banner. Willard Jenkins’ current activity includes concert, festival, and concert series planning/development, artistic direction, consulting, music journalism, teaching, and broadcast work.
   
JAMES REESE EUROPE: A FILM RETROSPECTIVE
Saturday, February 4 at 5PM - FREE
A look at film clips of Lt. James Reese Europe and the Harlem Hellfighters. Curated by Krin Gabbard. 60 min.