Examine the contributions of black soldiers during World War II. After the conclusion of World War I, blacks faced significant challenges; considering this, what changes did they aim to achieve by participating in the second global conflict?

Delve into the history of the Ku Klux Klan. Why did Henson believe that the Klan was likely responsible for Waters's death?

Analyze the differences between the film adaptation of A Soldier’s Play, now known as A Soldier’s Story, and the original theatrical production. How are the characters developed, and how is the mystery preserved in the movie?

Compare the characters Davenport and Taylor. Both are captains driven by a sense of justice, yet each has a unique approach to solving the murder case. In what ways are they similar, and how do they differ?

Waters’s objective in framing C.J. is to eliminate those he perceives as uneducated southern black men, whom he believes hinder the progress of all blacks in a predominantly white society. Investigate the economic conditions of rural blacks in the 1940s and compare them to those of northern blacks. Was there a significant wage gap?