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Representative of Distinguished Units that Trained at Camp Dix<br />
369t<br />
h<br />
Regiment<br />
- Harlem “Hell Fighters”<br />
Fort Dix<br />
September 1917<br />
The 369th Regiment band was relied upon not only in battle but also for<br />
morale. By end of their tour they became one of the most famous military<br />
bands throughout Europe. They followed the 369th overseas and were highly<br />
regarded and known for being able to immediately boost morale.<br />
Two Medals of Honor and many Distinguished Service Crosses were awarded<br />
to members of the regiment. Henry Johnson was the first American to<br />
receive the C roix de Guerrre<br />
awarded by the French government. This award<br />
s ignifies extraordinary valor. By the end of the war, 171 members of the<br />
369th were awarded the Legion of Honor or the Croix de Guerre<br />
4/12/2018<br />
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