Robert L. Allen, Who Shed Light on a Navy Yard Blast and Trial, Dies at 82
Briefly

Robert L. Allen, a writer and activist, highlighted the injustice faced by Black sailors convicted of mutiny in refusing to load munitions after explosions in World War II.
Allen's efforts led to the Navy's eventual exoneration of the sailors, a week after his death, symbolizing a significant moment of justice long overdue.
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