Historical Trail Project - May 20th 2012
Join us in commemorating a trail originally trekked by US Army Soldiers who protected our National Parks until 1914. In 1903 Buffalo Soldiers of the 9th Calvary lead by Captain Charles Young, were garrisoned at the Presideo in San Francisco. Among other duties, they were stewards of Yosemite and Sequia National Parks. They rested in Los Banos on day 7 of their 16 day journey by horseback from the Presideo to Sequoia.
This Historical Trail Project is currently in the planning stages. The scope of which will be shared in a up coming blog. Overall the this project is an effort to help bring to light the contributions made by Charles Young and that of the Buffalo Soldier.
Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated. If you are interested in knowing more or would like to help send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you.
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It was not until after the Civil War that African Americans could enlist in the Regular Army.
Martin Luther King day was celebrated around the world on Monday Jan 16th. You heard almost everyone talk about this great man’s dream and the difference he made in our world today.
I sit here now thinking and writing my thoughts down on how I belong to an organization that is trying to do its part [...]
MLK ….Parade in Merced what a turn out of support from the community!. When the city of Merced put’s on a show they really don’t mess around. They were on the mark. My son & wife really enjoyed how organized the event was and the special guest appearance by Lt. Col. James Warren a living [...]
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Ladies and Gentlemen,
Thanks to the support of all of you, the Kentucky House of Representatives had adopted House Resolution 21 urging the U.S. Congress to posthumously promote Colonel Charles D. Young to the rank of brigadier general.
Please continue to spread the word and ask folks to sign our petition, the more signatures we have the [...]
Photo by Jeff Periera
Folks,
on December 8th 2011 the Los Banos Buffalo Soldiers Association had their first ever Christmas Party at Ryan’s Place in Los Banos. Members came with their families and we had a great time!
Our membership has grown to 22 strong, (not all have uniforms) and we continue to grow thanks to the positive [...]
This project with Shelton Johnson is a great experience! it makes me proud to be a member of the Los Banos Buffalo Soldiers. the fact that we were specifically requested by Shelton is a great honor.
We are doing our part to keep the history and legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers alive.
We all had a blast [...]
Saturday October 8th 2011 was a great day, the weather was great and Crankin time Cycling, (the Allensworth Bicycle Club) headed by Thomas Ward had a ride laid out that we, (the Los Banos Buffalo Soldiers Association) were supporting. The course consisted of a 40, 80 and 100 mile ride and participants chose which ride [...]
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The LBBSA was invited to participate in a supporting role in a PBS Video for Yosemite National Park Ranger & Buffalo Soldier Historian, Shelton Johnson. Film Producer and Director, Sterling Johnston suggested the idea since we represent the same time period as Shelton, 1903.
On September 20th, 21st 22nd & 23rd Some of our members traveled [...]
On June 4-6 2011 the Los Banos Buffalo Soldiers Association, (LBBSA) will be providing a Camping trip to Yosemite National Park.
All fees have been waived for our Organization in return, Captain Ofwono will be providing a presentation to Park visitors about who the LBBSA is and our efforts to make the trail that the Buffalo [...]
Any amount is appreciated. Consider donating $13, a monthly salary of a Buffalo Soldier!
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