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He was called Black Jack as a young officer because he commanded black troopers in the 1oth US Cavalry.
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What was john jay Pershing's nickname during ww1?
John Joseph Pershing commanded the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I. He holds the first United States officer service number (O-1), and was nicknamed Black Jack.
How did John J Pershing get the nickname Blackjack?
In 1897, Pershing returned to West Point to teach tactics. It was here that cadets, who were angered by his strict discipline, began calling him "Ni**er Jack" in reference to his time with the 10th Cavalry. This was later relaxed to "Black Jack" which became Pershing's nickname.
Who commanded the American Expeditionary Force?
John "black-jack" Pershing
Who was the leader of the American Expeditionary Forces?
General John J. Pershing (World War I). His nickname was "Black Jack."
What is john j pershing nickname?
Blackjack.
What is general John J Pershing's nickname?
His nickname is Black Jack
Jeneral john J Pershing's Nickname?
black jack
What was john j pershing's nickname?
"Black Jack" or "N*gger Jack".
The nickname for General John J Pershing when he was in Spanish American War?
Black Jack.
What was john jay Pershing's nickname during ww1?
John Joseph Pershing commanded the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I. He holds the first United States officer service number (O-1), and was nicknamed Black Jack.
How did John J Pershing get the nickname Blackjack?
In 1897, Pershing returned to West Point to teach tactics. It was here that cadets, who were angered by his strict discipline, began calling him "Ni**er Jack" in reference to his time with the 10th Cavalry. This was later relaxed to "Black Jack" which became Pershing's nickname.
Who commanded the American Expeditionary Force?
John "black-jack" Pershing
Who was the leader of the American Expeditionary Forces?
General John J. Pershing (World War I). His nickname was "Black Jack."
Who was chosen to be the commander in chief of the American Expeditionary Force?
General John J. Pershing (World War I). His nickname was "Black Jack."
Who was the commander of the A E F?
John "Black Jack" Pershing
How did general john pershing get the nickname black jack?
I'm pretty sure he got the nickname "Black Jack" from an African American regiment he commanded and led in the American-Philippine War. It was either that, or a regiment he led into Mexico to capture Pancho Villa. It had to do with some African American squad he led.
Who was the leader of the American Expeditionary Force in World War 1?
John J. PershingGeneral 'Black Jack' Pershing
