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How did the African-American cavalry units get the name "Buffalo Soldiers"?The buffalo was a sacred animal to the Native Americans. Not only did it provide food,clothing, tools, and weapons, but it was the staff of life for the them. Hunting the great creature took a spiritual act of great courage. The buffalo was hardy, almost indestructible, and fearless. Native American warriors began calling the men of the Black Cavalry units "Buffalo Soldiers" because of the likeness in appearance to the buffalo and as a term of respect. After engaging the Black men in campaign and battle, the Native Americans called them "Buffalo Soldiers" out of respect for their fierceness, toughness, and tenacity on the battlefield ... traits that reminded them of the buffalo.
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