General of the Armies John Joseph Pershing (September 13, 1860 – July 15, 1948), [a] nicknamed " Black Jack ", was an American army general, educator, and founder of the Pershing Rifles. He …

Jan 22, 2026 · John J. Pershing (born September 13, 1860, Laclede, Missouri, U.S.—died July 15, 1948, Washington, D.C.) was a U.S. Army general who commanded the American Expeditionary …

The foremost military leader of his time, John J. "Black Jack" Pershing (1860-1948) served the United States in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, the Philippines, the Mexican Intervention, and …

Oct 25, 2018 · From the Old West to the Western Front, from a troop of Buffalo Soldiers to a million doughboys, Pershing’s globe-circling career is a virtual history of the U.S. Army.

Oct 29, 2009 · General John Joseph “Black Jack” Pershing began his rise through the ranks of the U.S. Army with distinguished service in the Spanish-American War and the Philippines.

Nov 1, 2025 · General John J. "Black Jack" Pershing was one of the most influential military leaders in American history, best known for commanding the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) during …

Black Jack Pershing played a pivotal role in shaping the American military presence during World War I. His leadership was characterized by a focus on training and strategy, ensuring the American …

He was born in Laclede, Missouri, and graduated from West Point in 1886. He served in the Indian Wars and the Spanish-American War, where he earned the nickname "Black Jack" while commanding …

That nickname later became “Black Jack,” a title Pershing bore openly and with pride. He often spoke in glowing terms of his “Black Warriors.” In 1891, Pershing was assigned as Professor of Military …

Pershing graduated in 1886, 30th in a class of 77. His first posting was at Fort Bayard, New Mexico, where, among other things, he became a 1st lieutenant commanding a unit of Afro-American cavalry, …