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The 784th Tank Battalion in World War II
History of an African American Armored Unit in Europe
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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative highlights the fight for African American inclusion in the military, led by figures like Lt. General Leslie McNair and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. They challenged prevailing discrimination, advocating for recognition of African Americans' potential as soldiers. Their efforts culminated in the formation of the 784th tank battalion, a significant military experiment aimed at proving the capabilities of African American troops.
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The 784th Tank Battalion in World War II, Joe Wilson
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- Released
- 2015
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- Title
- The 784th Tank Battalion in World War II
- Subtitle
- History of an African American Armored Unit in Europe
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joe Wilson
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Released
- 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 216
- ISBN13
- 9781476662725
- Category
- History, World history
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative highlights the fight for African American inclusion in the military, led by figures like Lt. General Leslie McNair and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. They challenged prevailing discrimination, advocating for recognition of African Americans' potential as soldiers. Their efforts culminated in the formation of the 784th tank battalion, a significant military experiment aimed at proving the capabilities of African American troops.