AbdulJabbar, Kareem
Brothers in Arms: The Epic Story of the 761st Tank Battalion, WWII's Forgotten Heroes
- ISBN 13:
- 9780767909136
- author:
- AbdulJabbar, Kareem
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Broadway Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 137mm X 15mm
- Genre:
- History - Military / War
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The 761st Tank Battalion: A Forgotten Heroic Story of WWII. In the midst of World War II, the Allies faced a desperate need for trained tank personnel. Despite initial reservations from General Patton, the 761st Tank Battalion was deployed in the summer of 1944, and its bravery would prove instrumental in the final push across France and Germany. Through meticulous research and interviews with surviving members of the battalion, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Anthony Walton have woven a powerful narrative that recounts the extraordinary story of this first all-black armored unit to see combat. The battalion's remarkable history is one of perseverance, sacrifice, and heroism in the face of overwhelming odds. With over 50% casualty rate and extreme shortages of personnel and equipment, the 761st's achievements are all the more remarkable. This book sheds light on a pivotal moment in American military history, revealing the often-overlooked contributions of African American soldiers during WWII.
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