2nd Lieutenant 9th Calvary

The 9th Cavalry Regiment, one of the original Buffalo Soldier regiments, was established in 1866 through an Act of Congress that created several new regiments for the U.S. Army. Predominantly composed of African American soldiers, the 9th Cavalry was vital to the United States' westward expansion. They were responsible for protecting wagon trains and providing essential escorts through hostile territories, ensuring settlers' safety in entering new lands. The regiment also conducted campaigns against Native American tribes, notably in the Red River War. They played a significant role in the removal of several resistant Native American tribes, including the Comanche, Kiowa, Southern Cheyenne, and Arapaho, from the Southern Plains, forcibly relocating them to reservations in Indian Territory. Additionally, the 9th Cavalry contributed to infrastructure development, building roads and maintaining telegraph lines crucial for communication and transportation. One notable achievement was their