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Glory portrays the story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, an African American unit within the Union Army during the American Civil War. The film chronicles the regiment’s creation and its participation in key battles, including the Second Battle of Fort Wagner under the command of Colonel Robert Gould Shaw. It is based on historical accounts and personal correspondence related to the soldiers' experiences.

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info Glory Specifications

Country	United States
Year	1989

help Glory FAQ

What real Civil War unit is Glory about?

Glory is about the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the first African American regiments organized in the Union Army. The film follows its training and its assault on Fort Wagner in South Carolina.

Who plays Colonel Robert Gould Shaw in Glory?

Matthew Broderick plays Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, the white officer who commanded the 54th Massachusetts. The cast also includes Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman, Cary Elwes, and Andre Braugher.

Did Denzel Washington win an Oscar for Glory?

Yes, Denzel Washington won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Glory. The film was released in 1989 and became one of the best-known Civil War movies in American cinema.

How historically accurate is Glory's Fort Wagner sequence?

The assault on Fort Wagner was a real battle on July 18, 1863, and the 54th Massachusetts suffered heavy casualties there. The film takes dramatic liberties with individual characters, but the central regiment and battle are historical.

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