The Buffalo Soldiers were the first peacetime all-Black regiments in the regular U.S. Army. They were formed in 1866 and served primarily in the western frontier during the Indian Wars and various other military campaigns. The nickname "Buffalo Soldiers" was given to them by Native American tribes they encountered during these campaigns, supposedly because the soldiers' dark, curly hair resembled that of a buffalo. The Buffalo Soldiers were known for their bravery, discipline, and commitment to duty, despite facing racism and discrimination both in and out of the military.
