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For which field army was Lloyd Austin the first African American to command in combat?

  • Seventh Army

  • Third Army

  • Eighth Army

  • First Army

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Third Army, headquartered at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina, was the first field army that Lloyd Austin commanded in combat, making him the first African American to hold such a position. With extensive experience in military leadership and combat operations, Austin's appointment marked a significant milestone in the pursuit of racial equality and inclusion within the United States Armed Forces.
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