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The Negro Sailor (1945)

Directed by Henry Levin

Overview

US Navy produced short stars Joel Fluellen as a draftee from his civilian job at a black newspaper through boot camp and an assignment in the Pacific. Completed after the surrender of Japan, the film celebrates the teamwork, diversity, and the actions of several distinguished African American sailors.

Length 27 minutes

Actors

Joel Fluellen | Spencer Williams | Leigh Whipper