The Negro Sailor

27m
Documentary
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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.

Cast

Joel Fluellen
Bill Johnson
Spencer Williams
Frank Roberts - columnist
Leigh Whipper
Editor

Crew

Henry Levin
Director

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