MVCOC Living Monument to the..       WHEN I'M RENOVATED I WII BE: NATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER   FROM THE INDIAN WARS TO THE KOREAN WAR   NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CENTER   RESEARCH FINDINGS SENT TO SCHOOL SYSTEMS ALL OVER THE WORLD  read more...               Our goal is to develop the Mountain View Colored Officers Club Restoration Project with support from corporate and community leaders, with an enhanced capital campaign, and preserve the history of the Buffalo Soldier. The current stage; the building has been cleaned inside and outside of all debris and fallen objects. The inside is being cleaned of all lead paint and the asbestos is in the process of being expected by the Fort. Within the next 45days, stabilizing the building is priority, fencing, painting, supplying running water; electric will be put in action. Wood flooring will be examined to see what needs to be replaced. All of your contributions are greatly appreciated. Thank you. Help us build and sustain that legacy. As a non-profit organization, we are able to offer donors the maximum charitable tax deduction permitted by law. SWABS is constantly seeking in-kind donations, monetary gifts and volunteer workers to ensure this legacy. Contact Number: 520-220-0153 “Fort Huachuca is the home of the African American soldier in the United States". The First African American troops to arrive in Arizona at Fort Huachuca were the Buffalo Soldiers in the l890’s; the 9th and l0th Cavalries. The Fort Huachuca Buffalo Soldiers distinguished themselves in the Spanish American War and the charge up San Juan Hill. They were part of the Punitive Expedition into Mexico and were sent to Camp Naco, Arizona,   read more...