The behavior of the men was such that even the most prejudiced could find no fault.

We underwent a short period of acclimation at this place, then moved on to Tampa, Fla., where we spent a month more of acclimation.

All along the route from Missoula, Montana, with the exception of one or two places in Georgia, we had been received most cordially.

But in Georgia, outside of the Park, it mattered not if we were soldiers of the United States, and going to fight for the honor of our country and the freedom of an oppressed and starving people, we were "niggers," as they called us, and treated us with contempt.

There was no enthusiasm nor Stars and Stripes in Georgia.