The Negro Sailor

Henry Levin
1945-12-13


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27 min

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

Name Character Team
Joel Fluellen Bill Johnson Unowned
Spencer Williams Frank Roberts - columnist Unowned
Leigh Whipper Editor Unowned