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1. www.bbc.co.uk › teach › articlesFreddie Stowers: An American hero who died fighting for ... - BBC

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   He died on the battlefield, an American soldier in a French helmet. Following his death Cpl Stowers was recommended for the highest US military accolade - the Medal of Honor. But it would be more ...

2. www.worldwar1centennial.org › index › articlesThe Story of Freddie Stowers, the First African American ...

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   Freddie Stowers was born in the tiny town of Sandy Springs in upcountry South Carolina in 1896, the same year that Plessy v. Ferguson provided judicial justification for racial segregation. As the grandson of slaves, Stowers’ life in this small southern town would have been strictly circumscribed by the racial customs of the day.

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3. www.wikitree.com › wiki › Stowers-172Fred Stowers (1896-1918) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree

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   Jun 15, 2023 · Fred Stowers. (1896 - 1918) Fred (Freddie) Stowers. Born 12 Jan 1896 in Sandy Springs, Anderson, South Carolina. Ancestors. Son of Wiley S. Stowers and Ann (Rockard) Stowers. Brother of Minnie Stowers, Edwin Stowers, Bettie (Stowers) Austin, John F. Stowers, Lula (Stowers) Rice, Georgiana (Stowers) Palmer, Alma (Stowers) Crawford, Mary Jane ...

   • Gender: Male
   • Birth Date: January 12, 1896

   • Spouse: Pearl (Unknown) Stowers
   • Death Date: September 28, 1918

4. www.msn.com › en-us › newsRemembering the life and legacy of SC’s Cpl. Freddie Stowers ...

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   Corporal Freddie Stowers grew up in the upstate before being drafted into the Army in October of 1917. ... “We have an obligation to place his legacy in front of the ears of children, and let ...

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   A statue of Freddie Stowers at Anderson University. Freddie Stowers was born on January 12, 1986, in the small and quiet town of Sandy Springs, South Carolina. His parents were Wylie and Annie Stowers. Freddie was the fourth of ten children and grew up on his family’s farm. He was also the grandson of enslaved grandparents.

6. kids.kiddle.co › Freddie_StowersFreddie Stowers facts for kids - Kids encyclopedia

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   Freddie Stowers. Freddie Stowers (January 12, 1896 – September 28, 1918) was an African-American corporal in the United States Army who was killed in action during World War I while serving in an American unit under French command. Over 70 years later, he posthumously received the Medal of Honor and Purple Heart for his actions.

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   Who was Freddie Stowers?

   • But there were a small number of men in combat units, and General Pershing's ruling turned them into an orphaned army - called by the French 'les enfants perdus', the lost children. Freddie Stowers was one of these men, and he and his comrades were welcomed into the French Army, carrying French rifles, taking orders from French officers.

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   Who are James Stowers' children?

   • He is survived by his wonderful wife of 60 years, Virginia Glascock Stowers, and their children Kathleen Potter, her husband Jim from Denver and their children Lauren, Ryan (and his wife Kara) and Alex. James Stowers III, his wife Michele and their children Layne and James IV, Linda Stowers and her son Alex.

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   How many children did Freddie Starr have?

   • THE friend and carer who lived with the late Freddie Starr has begged his estranged family to get in touch following his death — saying they have not spoken in years. Freddie had six children from his four wives — splitting from the last, Sophie Lea, 38, in 2015. Pal Nelly Georgieva, 47, said: “I hope to hear from his family, his daughter or son.

   Freddie Starr's family hadn't spoken to him for years says ... - The Sun

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   How did CPL Stowers die?

   • Despite being hit twice, Cpl Stowers continued to lead his men in an attack that ultimately succeeded in capturing Hill 188. He died on the battlefield, an American soldier in a French helmet. Following his death Cpl Stowers was recommended for the highest US military accolade - the Medal of Honor.

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   How did Freddie Stowers get over Hill 188?

   • “They took over Hill 188, which is where the Germans were located.” “Cpl. Freddie Stowers continued forward and urged the men behind him to move forward as well, even though he was mortally wounded and he did die before he could get over the hill,” Sancho said. “But they made it. His comrades made it over the hill.

   Remembering the life and legacy of SC’s Cpl. Freddie Stowers, historic …

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   Did Freddie Stowe fight in WW1?

   • Freddie Stowe was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. But fought in the French Army in World War One.

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8. militaryhallofhonor.com › honoree-recordCPL Freddie Stowers - Military Hall of Honor

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   World War I. Corporal Freddie Stowers was a U.S. Army soldier who was posthumously awarded the U.S. military's highest award for valor, the Medal of Honor, for his heroic actions during World War I while serving in an American unit under French command. Freddie Stowers was born on 12 January 1896 at Sandy Springs, SC, the grandson of a slave.