The 54th Regiment was a famous African American regiment during the American Civil War. It was one of the first official African American units in the United States Army, and its soldiers fought for the Union in several battles, including the Battle of Fort Wagner. The 54th Regiment was also notable for its leadership, including Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, who commanded the regiment until he was killed in action at Fort Wagner. The 54th Regiment's valor and sacrifice inspired many African Americans to enlist in the Union Army, and the regiment became a symbol of the fight for freedom and equality during the Civil War.
