761st Tank Battalion Heroism Triumph #761stTankBattalion #BlackPanthersWWII #WWIIHeroes #AfricanAmericanSoldiers #MilitaryHistory #WWIIArmored #PattonArmy #TankBattles #HistoryReels | Gist of History

The Black Soldiers America Tried to Bury — 761st Tank Battalion The 761st Tank Battalion, known as the “Black Panthers,” was the first African American armored unit to fight in WWII. They battled through 183 days of combat from Normandy to Germany, shattering Nazi and American racist myths, yet returned home to segregation. This is the hidden story of Black courage and sacrifice. #761stTankBattalion, #BlackPanthersWWII, #BlackHistory, #HiddenHistory, #WWIIHeroes, #AfricanAmericanMilitary, #Untol

Many doubted the 761st Tank Battalion during World War II, but these men were willing to sacrifice all for each other and their country. 761st Tank Battalion: The Original Black Panthers, continues to honor their stories and achievements. Tune in Sunday, August 20, only on The HISTORY Channel. #761stTankBattalion | HISTORY

761st Tank Battalion: The Original Black Panthers tells the true story of the first Black tank unit to service in combat during World War II. Explore the major battles they faced both overseas in combat and back home in the U.S. #761stTankBattalion premieres Sunday, August 20 at 8/7c | HISTORY

“761st Tank Battalion: The Original Black Panthers” is a new @history documentary about the true story of the first Black tank unit to serve in combat during World War II. Executive producer @morganfreeman and director Phil Bertelsen joined Washington Post Live today to discuss the documentary, the battles the soldiers faced in Europe and the racism they experienced at home. Watch more by tapping the link in our bio. | Washington Post Live