The 9th United States Cavalry was one of four segregated African American regiments established in the United States Army after the Civil War. Along with the 10th Cavalry and the 24th and 25th Infantry regiments, these units became known as the Buffalo Soldiers and served on the western frontier during the Indian Wars.
During the Spanish-American War in 1898, African American regiments were among the first United States troops deployed to Cuba, serving alongside volunteer units such as the 23rd Kansas Volunteer Infantry. Despite their service, African American soldiers continued to face widespread racial discrimination during and after the war.
The collection consists of stereoscopic photographs depicting United States Army troops during the Spanish-American War, including scenes in Cuba, featuring the 9th United States Cavalry and the 23rd Kansas Volunteer Infantry in drills, mounted formations, and group portraits.
Although Brown University has physical ownership of the collection and the materials contained therein, it does not claim literary rights. Researchers should note that compliance with copyright law is their responsibility. Researchers must determine the owners of the literary rights and obtain any necessary permissions from them
Buffalo Soldier Stereoview collection Ms-2025-016, Brown University Library.
The collection is arranged alphabetically.
There are no restrictions on access, except that the collection can only be seen by prior appointment. Some materials may be stored off-site and cannot be produced on the same day on which they are requested. Advance notice is required to view any audiovisual media or born-digital records that may exist in this collection. Audiovisual media and born-digital records in this collection may not have been reformatted yet. Researchers may request access to copies by contacting the John Hay Library with the collection name, collection number, and a description of the item(s) requested. Access to original physical audiovisual or born-digital media is restricted.
Purchased by Brown University 2025