Who is the greatest man that history has forgotten?

Henry Johnson, also known as "Black Death," was an African American hero who served in World War I as a member of the 369th Infantry Regiment, also known as the Harlem Hellfighters.

He gained fame for his actions on May 15, 1918, when he single-handedly defended his unit against a German assault, despite being stabbed, shot, and hit with grenade shrapnel, totaling 21 severe injuries. He managed to kill or injure 24 German soldiers and rescued a member of his unit.

Johnson's heroic actions earned him recognition from both the French and American governments. He was the first American soldier to receive France's highest award for bravery, the Croix de Guerre. In addition, in 2015, the White House awarded him the Medal of Honor in a posthumous ceremony, recognizing his bravery and sacrifice.

However, it should be noted that due to the racial segregation in the US army during WWI, African American soldiers like Johnson were often not acknowledged for their heroism during the war, and his story, like many others, was not widely known until recent years.

In 2015, President Obama awarded the medal of honor to him posthumously, and his story is now celebrated as an example of the heroic contributions of African American soldiers in World War I.

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