Executive Order 9981 was a landmark executive order issued by President Harry S. Truman on July 26, 1948. This order marked a significant moment in Black history as it called for the desegregation of the United States Armed Forces.

The order stated that "there shall be equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin." This marked a major step towards ending racial segregation within the military and was seen as a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement.

Executive Order 9981 was a key moment in the fight for racial equality in the United States and set the stage for further desegregation efforts in other areas of society. It was a significant victory for Black Americans and other minorities who had long been discriminated against in the military.