In the years 1867 - 1891, black soldiers served with honor and distinction while wearing the uniform of the U. S. Army. These men performed their duty under intense bigotry from fellow soldiers and from the civilian population they were sworn to protect. Yet, they overcame these adversities to become some of the most effective soldiers during difficult Indian War campaigns. The Cheyenne and the Comanche warriors respected the black soldier's fighting abilities and nicknamed them "Buffalo Soldiers" as a term of respect and because their hair resembled the buffalo's mane. The black soldiers adopted the nickname and became known as Buffalo Soldiers.
The Buffalo Soldiers were organized into four regiments two of which were the 24th and the 25th Infantry and the other two were the 9th and 10th Cavalry.
Dave's newest piece depicts a dismounted 10th Cavalry Sergeant from Company K during a skirmish with Geronimo's band in the Pinito Mountains in Mexico. He is armed with a Remington New Model Army revolver and an 1868 Sharps Conversion Carbine.
