James Johnson Edwards (March 6, 1918 – January 4, 1970) was an American actor in films and television. His most famous role was as Private Peter Moss in the 1949 film Home of the Brave, in …

Although in some pictures Edwards would portray subservient characters (e.g. "General" George C. Scott's valet in Patton (1970)), he delivered true dignity in his performances. He is especially …

Dec 25, 2008 · One of the first African American actors to receive critical acclaim, James Edwards was born in Muncie, Indiana in 1918. He majored in psychology at Knoxville College in Tennessee and …

With his thoughtful intelligent manner and splendid good looks, African American actor James Edwards came to epitomize the "new Negro" in post- World War II Hollywood film.

James Johnson Edwards (March 6, 1918 – January 4, 1970) was an American actor in films and television. His most famous role was as Private Peter Moss in the 1949 film Home of the Brave, in …

During World War II, James Edwards served as a US Army lieutenant, an experience that motivated him to play Black soldiers throughout much of his career, including on Broadway in Deep Are the Roots …

Feb 19, 2026 · Born on March 6, 1918, in Muncie, Indiana, Edwards broke barriers as one of the first African American actors to secure prominent roles in Hollywood films during an era when …

James Edwards blazed trails for Black actors in the white-washed world of Hollywood. Despite obstacles, he pioneered roles that challenged racial stereotypes, creating waves that refused to …

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Sep 30, 2024 · James Johnson Edwards (March 6, 1918 January 4, 1970) was an American actor in films and television. His most famous role was as Private Peter Moss in the 1949 film Home of the …