New Jersey SJR64 designates July 18 as "Sergeant William Harvey Carney Day" to honor his bravery and contributions during the Civil War.
New Jersey SJR64 establishes July 18 as "Sergeant William Harvey Carney Day" to commemorate the life and heroism of William Harvey Carney, the first African-American to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor. Born into slavery, Carney joined the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War and displayed extraordinary bravery during the attack on Fort Wagner. Despite severe injuries, he continued to carry the Union flag, symbolizing his commitment to the cause.
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