761st "Black Panther" Tank Division in World War II An Illustrated History of the First Afri... Book

For many years, I have been very interested in the African American participation in the US military during World War II, especially the 761st Tank Battalion AKA the "Black Panther Tankers." This book is an informative, well written account of the first African American armored unit to enter in combat, their battles with the Nazis and racism from home, and the post-war controversy regarding the absence of MOHs (Medal of Honor) for African American troops during WWII.

As an African American man, I cannot reiterate enough that this is a must read for all, especially for young African American men. Despite the horrors of racism, lynching, and terrorism, the men of the 761st Tank Battalion did not answered the call of duty in the name of their country, they went beyond it. They fought over 180 days straight without reprieve from frontline combat, played a pivotal role in the Battle of the Bulge, and liberated Jews from several concentration camps. Men like Warren G.H. Crecy, Ruben Rivers, E. G. McConnell, and Samuel Turley presented themselves as testaments of African Americans' deep patriotism, even when it is unrequited. They are great role models for this generation of young black men. I teared up with pride when the MOH was finally awarded to some of these men by President Clinton after 50 years of struggle for recognition of what these strong, brave souls have done in the name of freedom.