So many people have been in history who fought, died, and stood up for their rights. A lot of them did incredible things for the world and the country that should be remembered by everyone. They all are different heroes in their own specific ways. People should be equal and every person deserves to be treated the way they want to be treated. No one can be divided into specific groups based on their race or skin color like it was many years ago. In the book, “The Port Chicago 50,” by Steve Sheinkin, the author shows a completely different time and how people were treated compared to today. This book is about how many brave and courageous sailors survived a terrifying explosion, and even though, at the time no one looked at them as important men because of the unfair treatment, they still didn't give up and they made history. Therefore, it is important to tell stories of all Americans, especially Joe Small, Thurgood Marshall, Dorie Miller, and Robert Roth because everyone should know what happened in history, what …show more content…
It matters that Marshall was a gallant person because as stated in chapter “The Lawyer,” “Marshall was the lead attorney for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), an important civil rights organization” (Sheinkin). Thurgood Marshall was a very significant person for the country. He was the one who was always ready to save anyone and always helped others. Proving this further, the author states in the chapter “The Lawyer,” “When black servicemen needed help, Marshall was the man they turned to” (Sheinkin). By looking at this quote, it shows how important Marshall was for the Navy. His servicemen trusted him and confided in him when they might not have had anyone else to go to. Certainly, it is important to tell about Thurgood Marshall because he is the African American leader in American history and a true hero for