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Who made up Theodore Roosevelt's Rough Rider force that captured Kettle and San Juan hills in Cuba?
The Rough Riders were made up of African American recruits

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The Rough Riders, led by Theodore Roosevelt, had a diverse composition excluding African Americans, while African American soldiers from other regiments contributed to the capture of San Juan Hill.


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The Rough Riders, led by Theodore Roosevelt, were primarily composed of Harvard, Yale, and Princeton graduates from the East combined with individuals from the West known for their shooting and riding skills. African Americans were excluded from the Rough Riders, but during the capture of San Juan Hill, African American soldiers from other regiments played a significant, albeit often overlooked, role alongside the Rough Riders.


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