I had the privilege of meeting a panther in the 90's. I was working at the VA hospital in Martinsburg, W. Virginia. part of my job was aiding senior vets who needed wheel chairs assistants getting to doctor appointments. I spent the morning with him, the stories he told me fascinated me. He explained how they would take out enemy tanks. Their tactics used when advancing, he told me they were the tankers that broke through the Germans line at the Bulge as Pattons spearhead. I will never forget how he said to me "Im one of the original Black Panthers".
Do you remember the tankers name? My father Floyd Dade fought with Company A with a good white captain named David J Williams. God bless these tankers and may their heroics on the battlefield for 183 days never be forgotten! They liberated Gunskirchen Lager concentration camp. My dad would speak about the horrors there and would cry each and every time.
@shaunp792 I'm sorry I don't. My stupidity for not recording his our conversations ( this was before cell phones were popular). I've forgotten his name. But this I do remember, when I met him he lived in D.C. with a family member and was being treated in Martinsburg. He told me this story. They were on 3 tank patrol, and they took machine gun fire from what reminded him of an old castle type building. They decided their best tactic to survive was to attack the structure. ( his words were "the thing"). The tank he was in would ram through the front. The other two would smash through the sides. His tank hit the gate and broke through they stopped expecting to receive fire. At the same time, the other two tanks did the same. Nothing happened. They talked about what to do next over their radios. Finally, one tanker got out to look around. Inconclusion to their horror, what they had found was a German death camp. With dead bodies everywhere, and people walking around that were so starved they were nothing but skin and bones. He said it took him years to ("rest his mind") his words over what he saw and smelled.
The red tails air plane fighters were black and protected the bombers from the German fighter planes. They were very good at it and were in demand by bomber crews! There is a movie about them!
My father served in the General Pattons regime. He helped to liberate Buchenwald, the second worst Concentration Camp. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Yes, I am very proud of him. He was also one of the kindest men I have ever known. My brother in law was also one of the Tuskegee Airmen. Thank you so much for telling these soldiers stories.❤️❤️
THIS is the WW2 story that should be a movie. As a veteran, I love learning about units like this. By virtue of their experience, determination and successes, this was an elite unit. The tip of the spear. Six months in the front line? Incredible! Thank you for this great story.
During the 1980s, US Army Battalions were assigned "Legacy Battalions". The purpose was to present soldiers with an example of gallantry to emulate in their own service. I have to admit I had never heard of the 761st before that, but felt so proud when I found out who they were and what they accomplished.
In checking the comments, I don't see anyone mentioning that Kareem Abdul Jabar (Lakers Center w/Skuhook) wrote a historically accurate book on the unit. Check it out. Their commander was from MD, who was wounded early in war and yet they performed like professionals they were.
Yes, thank you! I picked up that book and it is an excellent read - my introduction to this story. As a veteran and not African American I can tell you their example is still an inspiration to current and future generations.
Excellent documentary on the 761st Tank Battalion . These brothers showed that they could mix it up with the Germans and were a big part in turning the tide in the Battle of the Bulge . Very well done .
Giving members of the 761st the MoH would mean that any officer they encountered would have to salute them first, even as a civilian. They didn't want to give that level of respect to a black man at that time.
Plenty of African-American soldiers distinguishing themself throughout history. Look up Harlem Hellfighters (ww1 infantry) and Red Tails (ww2 pilots), in case you don't already know about them. Not to mention the 54th Massachusetts infantry regiment during the American civil war.
My late uncle was a member of this unit. He was a tank commander. He was a seargent. He had a momento of his unit on his coffee table. Their motto? 'We pearce'
There are several TH-cam documentaries from many different perspectives. This one was missing some key parts, Patton had witnessed the Panthers in Tx when he went looking for replacements. The fact was the Allies were loosing and Pattons initial soldiers had been bloodied but replacents would be needed for the evential invasion of fortress Europe. The attrition of the war was horrible and there was opposition to black troops but, these oppositions were from American Nazi sympathizers among the far right America First Party. This opposition was ignored and black troops were opened for combat roles in technical fields like aviation, armor, and artillery. We also operated the Redball express which was basically speed trucking suppiles to keep the American juggernaut running. Pattons black troops performed exemplary among all tankers and participated in one of the longest continuous armored thrust in history to cut iff the Bulge in 1944.
I learned something very important many years ago when serving in the prosthetic department at Madigan Army Hospital in 1971. I learned that all soldiers, regardless of race, are the same on the inside.... All scar tissue is pink, and combat does not discriminate in who it injures... And I think about the 761st every time I see the Jackie Robinson statute at City Hall in Pasadena... Thank you for telling this great story about these brave men who served our nation with honor...
Haven't thought about Pasadena in years. Went to PCC in the 60's, worked at Bullochs and Sears, early morning jobs, got drafted several times. Didn't help that 4 profs said I'd have to be 4x better than a whiteman to pass their class. Two white men, a streaky blond prof named Hansen-Moeller, AND to my surprise apear shaped 250 pound black woman prof who looked at me with a look I couldn't understand. They each looked directly at me. Years later one of the first things I experienced after coming back from 24 years in China was that savage kneeling on Floyd George's neck-triumphalism- nothing will happen to me and you can't do nuthin about it!! Of course NONE of the white kids heard anything, but I graduated, went to Canada then China. Tense times then.
They weren’t sitting ducks! They were mfing panthers!! The 761st is the most interesting armored division of WW2 for me. Harding Crecy was an ABSOLUTE UNIT. Proposing to his future wife at like 12 and marrying her like 20 years later. I wish there was much much more information on the 761st.
th-cam.com/video/yYh2mAun3Bw/w-d-xo.html CBS News Sunday Morning with Morgan Freeman includes my interview with Johnnie Stevens of the 761st Tank Battalion.
They were the image of the black panther which strikes quickly and fatally. It’s not the political party Black Panthers. Their motto was “Come Out Fighting”
Just saw this and have regrets that I had never heard of this battalion. I am not surprised at all that these brothers excelled. We do tend to do that when we get an opportunity!
The last scene in the film fury in which Brad Pitt manner the external machine gun was actually based on the distinguished black soldier mentioned in this video!
@@amosfrench7452 I agree. My Audie Murphy was still my hero though. I have a question. How did Mexican or Latino soldiers serve in tanks with their white counterparts? Why were only black soldiers segregated? Was it law?
@@remogatron1010 , you need to get couple of books, on racism in America. There’ was numerous occasions, when Americans in WW2 black, Mexicans, and naive Americans disguised themselves. This history was not taught in public schools.
This video came out at the perfect time for me. It helped me make a major decision in my life, so I have to thank you. Particularly, the timing of this video was a sign to me.
Well done! This is one of the best short documentaries I have seen on the 761st, after years of the study of US Armored history. Shout out to these brave warriors and those [you] who make sure they are remembered.
I wish you had split this up into two videos .One just on their history, how the Black Panthers came to be. And the other video on their exploits. With over six months of near continuous combat I bet you could fill out a twelve minute video of their actions. Thanks for sharing with. All the best!
Always be learning! I found Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's book on the 761st in the new section of my local library and was blown away! Keep the faith. and keep up the fight against those who would rob us of our history and education!
Great video !!! TY 4 mentioning Jackie Robinson. I haven't seen another 761st video that mentions Lieutenant Jackie Robinson's contribution during WW2. I'm a loyal 1950s era Brooklyn Dodger fanatic. Jackie and Sandy Amoros are my favorite Brooklyn Dodgers that I saw on TV as a child.
Patton at first didn't want to use African American troops in the European Theater of Operations. However, that change in after the Normandy invasion. 761st Tank Battalion played a huge roll against the Germans. Outstanding!!!
Hispanics were already in the armed forces. So i dont understand your point? Patton did not embrace African American tank units because he thought they were not capable to operate M4 tanks or handle combat.
Ike had asked Patton to take the 761st as no other Army commander would take them . Yes, hesitated but didn’t interfere with their deployment. In the counterattack in the the Bulge they fought against the Fuhrer Begleit Battalion, an elite Wehrmacht unit that was part of the Gross Deutchland Group. Their action dislodged that unit and was important in pushing back that section of the front. Patton gave a speech to them after the actions of Nov. 2, 1944 near St. Nicholas, France. “Men, you are the first Negro tankers to ever fight in the American Army. I would never had asked for you if you weren’t good. I have nothing but the best in my army. I don’t care what color you are as long as you go up there and kill those Kraut sonsabitches. Everyone has their eyes on you and expects great things from you. Most of all your race is looking forward to you. Don’t let them down, and damn you don’t let me down!”
Dear One Mic History, Thank you, sir! I am so d**n glad to see this presentation. I am very proud of these tankers. Not only for their virtue and strength, in spite of what they hard to endure in the process, but for the sacrifices they made and the BS (Patton's trash talk, just to name one) they dealt with. Back of the bus my a**! I discovered their existence by chance. During covid I purchased a 1/16 scale remote control Sherman M4A3. In my research to detail this tank accurately, I stumbled across this Battalion. I decided to dig deeper. I was completely blown away by what I learned. To this end, I decided my tank would be a functioning reminder of the 761. And it has done just that. In so doing I have come to realize that these men are not well known. Seemed my mission was now to share it with the world. Which I have been doing. The interesting note here is, I am a white guy. I approach everyone. I do wonder if me sharing my enthusiasm with all others is received or if I should stay in my own "tribe." But I think about the 761st. They had a voice. And they used it. I was once fortunate enough to spend the day at the airport with a Tuskeegee Airman. Now just give me a 761st tanker and a Sherman and my life is complete. SALUTE!
My good sir. Welcome to yet another tribe. One of many you are free to join if the mood strikes you! lol We all fight together and we die together. Never be afraid to share your knowledge. God bless those who accept it, and good luck to those who do not. I bet you are a wealth of knowledge about the beloved B-17? Thanks for sharing your thoughts and never give up your opportunity to educate. Come out fighting brotha! 🪖👍
I to, ran into a redtail while shopping at the mall. I musta talked his head off with a million questions and he sat there and he answered them. His name was literally Charles Lindbergh, can't remember his last name but it was as if he was meant to be a pilot. Very very special day in my life, I don't even think he understood, what he meant to me.
@@mjs6157 i know who Charles Lindbergh is, there is another man named after him who was a red tail during WW2 that I ran into at the mall. Don't correct me
Thanks. Your narrative of the history gave me chills. I’ve seen most American war movies ever made but can only remember seeing combatant black WWI or WWII troops in documentaries and a Sidney Portier movie for most of my life.
I'm retired Army and I've served with several Armor units. I'm so proud of Black soldier's service in the U.S military and I'm a big history fan. The town that Ft. Hood is in is named Killeen. There was at one time a meaning for that town which was "Kiil Each and Every N***** (K-I-L-L-E-E-N). Thank God those days are gone. I've visited one of the concentration camps in Germany that Black soldiers liberated called Buchenwald. It was liberated on April 11, 1945, and the clock still reads 3:15... The prisoners say this is the time Freedom came.
0:50-0:54... They didn't believe that, they wanted to. They know we're THE GREATEST warriors on this earth, which is why they've put so many stumbling blocks in front of us (physically, mentally/psychology and spiritually).
W.E.B. Griffin writes a fictionalied version of this unit into his Brotherhood of War series. I love the books and the focus on duty honor and capable soldiers no matter what color.
I just stumbled upon this this is so amazing thank you brave service man of world war II the Black Panthers. Why don't we learn this in our history books in school. I'm glad TH-cam at least I can learn
It is a shame isn't it? And what would it hurt to add this to courses? I studied WWII independently as a teen and come across the stories of these men and other units during my reading. And I would like to believe that this subconsciously helped shape my view of my country in a positive way and helped me make a lot of different decisions as I grew up. Including my own choice to enlist and serve my country among other things. I think it enhanced the stories of heroism of my white brothers and sisters gave me a greater sense of self-worth, to this day. Very good observation and kudos on your name choice. DD did rock my 90s in a major way! 👍
Morgan Freeman is making a documentary for the History Channel on the unit! th-cam.com/video/yYh2mAun3Bw/w-d-xo.html Johnnie Stevens in this piece was my veteran interviewee in 2002.
Quite a bit to narrate into a brief story. Nicely done. It is however noticeable that you lack military experience. Corpse is a dead person pronounced KORPS. Core is often a reference to a base part of a piece of equipment. Corps incidentally pronounced KOR also is in reference to military units of maneuver. Much is often referred to I Corps (eye Kor) and USMarine Corps (again Kor) 3:10 Tank Corps (this too pronounced Kor). Loved the pictures of Jackie Robinson just wish someone could have straightened up his uniform before he did the photo shoot since it is obvious that both pictures were taken during the same sitting. (Jackies Branch Insignia on his left lapel is pretty much hanging down from the outside pin 5:31 and 6:09) I do want to commend you on using appropriate and accurate pictures of the elements involved. Too many narrations like this use stock photos that are random and have little to nothing to do with the material depicted. If you decide to redo this video it might be nice to have someone of military experience review your script and photos ahead of time. Thanks for the video.
I find it astonishing that the US Army was segregated. I always assumed segregation was only in the Southern States not a national institution. Great to hear these stories after all this time and hear the names of the brave men that died for their country.
Take a course/workshop from the Racial Equity Institute....if you were astonished to learn` that the military had been segregated, you will be SHOCKED to learn how extensive institutionalized racism was prevalent across the country in ALL government programs. The white people, and especially politicians, who complain about entitlement programs today, are ones whose families benefitted greatly from certain entitlement programs that explicitly excluded black citizens.
We're you born and raised in the U S🤔, this is what white folks are doing now erasing, denying, Black HISTORY which is AMERICAN history. The modern Black Panthers and the Guardian Angels.......whited out. Proud "boys",KKK, racist white folk still present and growing. Land of the rich home of the bought.
During the ww2, the white American troops wouldn't drink in the same Pub black American troops. Many pubs put signs Black Troops Only. Segregation wasn't a thing in the UK . They favoured the black troops as they didn't cause trouble and brawling.
I think the story of the Black Panthers would make for an amazing movie. I think a screenplay could be drafted easily. I think it is way past time for their story to be told to the next and last generations.
Great History. I served as a US Marine and as a US Army soldier. I was in armor in Germany for 18 months. From February 1984 to August 1985. I was in the 3rd Battalion 69th Armor Brigade ( Panzer Battalion). I am a proud African-American who served our country. Thanks for recognizing us. GOD bless us all.
I applaude your presentation. It gives an account of a unit and its accomplishments. From the Revolutionary War through the years since, African Americans have proved thier value and worth in Service to the nation. Through out that time with each conflict they were involved in, it helped soften hardened hearts who were taught racism from childhood. Units like the 761st, Tsuskeegee Airmen, Harlem Hell Fighters helped gain respect through thier actions and loyalty to a nation who at the times was surely not reciprocating back. Through thier actions over the years there were many non African Americans fighting to these units right, left or rear flanks that observed such heroic actions and sacrifices that a great number of those people in other units knew that they deserved credit, appreciation, and needed to be treated no differently than thier fellow citizens. I personally believe this is how the Civil Rights Act was eventually able to be passed. That was the milestone to start us on becoming a true one nation. We need to keep the momentum going till one day we are all judged by all individually on our content of character and not by the color of our skin, religion or ethnintisity. Another good short documentary you should do would be on units that were involved with the "Red Ball Express" Mostly made up of African American transportation units that served in Europe during WW II. Keep up the good work.
I like your work. If my mother hadn't told me when I was a kid that she was held in black man's arms when US troops liberated Europe, I wouldn't know about black soldiers in ww2. No mention in any history books of my youth. None. Thats a shame. So, good work !
Brutha, thank you for this video knowledge. We 4:33 here about the mighty Tuskegee Airmen. I heard about these brothers thru one of my friends. One of the leaders of this group was gravely wounded. He never stopped even when ordered, too. These brothers were fearless 183 days!!!! Thank you for the original BLACK PANTHERS!!!!!
I have really enjoyed this telling what awesome service blacks played in WW2. We still didn't get any recognition for their outstanding service for this country. This country is still prejudice.
Kanye should fund a movie about this group. I just found out over 1 million black Americans served in WW2. These dudes were true warriors fighting tyranny.
Well Done! Just to sharpen your presentation, the proper way to pronounce the name is "Seven Sixty FIRST" instead of "Seven Sixty ONE" and "CWAH de Gere"! This is NOT a put-down, just a friendly bit of help. EXCELLENT JOB, GREAT subject! Glynn "WARDOG" Jacobs Lieutenant, U.S.N.R., (Ret.)
This performance by tankers of color is not surprising. Building upon what these Black Panthers accomplished in WW II and President Truman’s desegregation of the DoD, the integrated American tank force and mechanized infantry and artillery units of today fight like hell as a team. Thank God that today’s equipment is far better than what these courageous soldiers had to endure. I was proud to serve alongside of my fellow tankers for almost 30 years.
I'm an amateur (emphasis on amateur) WW2 historian and it wasn't until the last few years that I learned just how much our history has been whitewashed. Thank you for this wonderful video that presents the actual history and contributions of black soldiers during that war and all other wars. They served their country above and beyond and with great dedication when their country didn't offer the same level of respect back. This is an amazing story and I know there are more out there. Please keep these videos coming. I just subscribed and look forward to seeing what you've done and what you post in the future!
Very good tribute to a bery often over looked fighting unit. There were a bunch of black units that deserve to be Revered. Years ago, when i was still in high school, we went to a yard sale. At that yard sale i found and bought a very old , smelly rough, khaki colored bed roll. I figured it would be good for scouting trips. Eventually i found a very faint and worn insignia on it, and a place that you could tell was a name writtem that long since faded. The unit insignia was the 555th , the tripple nickles. Smoke jumpers. These men parachuted into forest fires. No they didnt see combat in the armed sense but omg being sent into a fire? By parachute? You should really do a story on them. I would love to see it. Sorry so long, but also letting you know that i still have that bed roll amd really wish i could read the name or go back to that yard sale house amd see if it was one of theor ancestors. Wow memories.
@speedy 3776 They wouldn't have lost if they were the "greatest fighting force in History" The vast majority of the German victories from '39-41 massively relied on the invading smaller industrialized nations with smaller armies, or invading nations that didn't prepare their doctrine for a new war (France) once the Nazis invaded the USSR that's when their weakness started to show and they were on the backfoot for the rest of the war.
Thank you - I just learned Morgan Freeman is making a docu about the 761st. Now i have a reason to visit Fort Hood. crazy times these days. Valor and courage are needed.
MAD SALUTE TO THE 761ST BLACK PANTHERS!! THEY NEED A MOVIE NOW! SO SICK AND TIRED OF RACISM BEING TAUGHT TO THE YOUNG europeans in america, it'll never go anywhere.
In WWII my Grandfather First Sgt William H. Maiden Jr was in the 476th Amphibian Truck Company. He fought in the Pacific Theater and was in the first wave invading Iwo Jima. He operated a DUKW (Duck), transporting 105mm howitzers to shore. He was awarded the Bronze Star, a Citation from the 4th Marine Division and 476th Amphibian Truck Company.
Kareem Abdul Jabbar wrote about about the 761st. His dad's best friend was a tanker in the Panthers and used to tell young Lou (as Kareem was known then) tales of their exploits. - "Brothers in Arms: The Epic Story of the 761st Tank Battalion, WWII's Forgotten Heroes"
FDR was totally against this just as he was the Tuskegee fighter pilots. In the case of Tuskegee Elinore Roosevelt was the one who pushed hard and demanded FDR to allow the experiment to go forward. FDR was no friend to black people. FDR started the Civilian Conservation Corp in which many blacks just happened to benefit, though the program was for all to help out during the depression. Blacks put FDR on a Pedestal because of the CCC.
You're right and pressure come the NAACP and black leaders that if he didn't change th discrimination policies is war planets a all out protest was coming. Yes, Eleanor Roosevelt played a role for African Americans to fight for this country. Truman, finally desegregated the military just as the Korean war broke out two years later in 1950.
My late father was a sergeant in that unit at Camp Hood, now Ft Cavazos. He told us stories about Jackie Robinson and freeing black tankers from the sheriff's jail. Because they demanded service at a Killeen ice cream shop which had german prisoners of war sotting and eating ice cream under supervision of MP guards .
It's time that America Right its Historical Wrongs. Let's Talk Reparations! It's time we address our country's past and acknowledge the injustice suffered by Foundational Black Americans. Together, we can pave the way for healing and equality.
A Salute to the 761 TB. The Japanese Americans had it tough too. The 442nd RCT is a Highly Decorated unit of WW2. There was FDR in the White House. He was as racist as they come. Good show Mac.
My great Uncle was Col. Paul Laverne Bates commander of the 761st/ Black Panthers. He was totally dedicated, committed & loyal to those great men of the 761st. Paul Bates had Jackie Robinson's back and prevented Jackie's Court Martial while risking a Court Martial himself and possible time in the brig for defying his superiors while defending Jackie after he ignored orders given by the a-hole bus driver to move to the back of the bus. Jackie Robinson & my uncle & all those brave men who survived were friends for life after the war. It is so beyond pathetic how these defenders of America, the free world & democracy were treated , disrespected and discriminated upon after their return home from that war, and for so many years to come up to the present day. A huge debt of gratitude is owed to both the Black Panthers as well as America's indigenous code talkers for all their selfless contributions,sacrifice and incredible human spirit that truely sets them above & apart from those arrogant racist bigots who slandered & doubted all these fine men & humble heroes.
Amazing that they thought black folks didn’t have the intelligence to kick ass in combat…but I just have to wonder if they paid any attention to boxing at the time. Lol
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183 days on the front line in a combat zone. May God bless The Original Black Panthers.
They spent nearly six months a half a year of non-stop fighting
God Bless these Hero
Talk about stamina, Jesus. Can you imagine that?
I had the privilege of meeting a panther in the 90's. I was working at the VA hospital in Martinsburg, W. Virginia. part of my job was aiding senior vets who needed wheel chairs assistants getting to doctor appointments. I spent the morning with him, the stories he told me fascinated me. He explained how they would take out enemy tanks. Their tactics used when advancing, he told me they were the tankers that broke through the Germans line at the Bulge as Pattons spearhead. I will never forget how he said to me "Im one of the original Black Panthers".
I'm glad you got the chance to meet one of our fighting best. And thanks for sharing your story. 💯👍
fascinating, thanks for sharing this
My. Brother. In. Law. John. C. Williams. Service. In. This. Unit. He. Was. Award. Bronze. Medal. He. Was. From. Alexandria. Louisiana.
Do you remember the tankers name?
My father Floyd Dade fought with Company A with a good white captain named David J Williams.
God bless these tankers and may their heroics on the battlefield for 183 days never be forgotten!
They liberated Gunskirchen Lager concentration camp. My dad would speak about the horrors there and would cry each and every time.
@shaunp792 I'm sorry I don't. My stupidity for not recording his our conversations ( this was before cell phones were popular). I've forgotten his name. But this I do remember, when I met him he lived in D.C. with a family member and was being treated in Martinsburg. He told me this story. They were on 3 tank patrol, and they took machine gun fire from what reminded him of an old castle type building. They decided their best tactic to survive was to attack the structure. ( his words were "the thing"). The tank he was in would ram through the front. The other two would smash through the sides. His tank hit the gate and broke through they stopped expecting to receive fire. At the same time, the other two tanks did the same. Nothing happened. They talked about what to do next over their radios. Finally, one tanker got out to look around. Inconclusion to their horror, what they had found was a German death camp. With dead bodies everywhere, and people walking around that were so starved they were nothing but skin and bones. He said it took him years to ("rest his mind") his words over what he saw and smelled.
to the black soldiers, sailers and airmen who fought in world war one and two, you all have my unending thanks.
The red tails air plane fighters were black and protected the bombers from the German fighter planes. They were very good at it and were in demand by bomber crews! There is a movie about them!
My father served in the General Pattons regime. He helped to liberate Buchenwald, the second worst Concentration Camp. For his service, he earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Yes, I am very proud of him. He was also one of the kindest men I have ever known. My brother in law was also one of the Tuskegee Airmen. Thank you so much for telling these soldiers stories.❤️❤️
I have a Belgium made shotgun, 16 gauge, that my uncle took from a guard. Has sling swivels and short barrel.
Your father is part of the Greatest Generation! Men like him saved us!
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Thank you and yes they all did. I thank them everyday that's why we must keep the American Democracy they fought and died for. ❤️💙
Veterans must be remembered. Especially those whose nations try to forget.
THIS is the WW2 story that should be a movie. As a veteran, I love learning about units like this. By virtue of their experience, determination and successes, this was an elite unit. The tip of the spear. Six months in the front line? Incredible! Thank you for this great story.
During the 1980s, US Army Battalions were assigned "Legacy Battalions". The purpose was to present soldiers with an example of gallantry to emulate in their own service. I have to admit I had never heard of the 761st before that, but felt so proud when I found out who they were and what they accomplished.
This is one outstanding BADASS fighting unit !!! THANK YOU 761 !!!
My father served in company B of the 758. Many great stories. God bless you Dad.
In checking the comments, I don't see anyone mentioning that Kareem Abdul Jabar (Lakers Center w/Skuhook) wrote a historically accurate book on the unit. Check it out. Their commander was from MD, who was wounded early in war and yet they performed like professionals they were.
Yes, thank you! I picked up that book and it is an excellent read - my introduction to this story. As a veteran and not African American I can tell you their example is still an inspiration to current and future generations.
Excellent documentary on the 761st Tank Battalion . These brothers showed that they could mix it up with the Germans and were a big part in turning the tide in the Battle of the Bulge . Very well done .
Giving members of the 761st the MoH would mean that any officer they encountered would have to salute them first, even as a civilian. They didn't want to give that level of respect to a black man at that time.
Dang, this makes me feel so proud as an African American who served as tank crewman.
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761st Tank Bn. Johnnie Stevens was my veteran oral history I did in 2002. Enjoy.
Same here, brother!!
Plenty of African-American soldiers distinguishing themself throughout history. Look up Harlem Hellfighters (ww1 infantry) and Red Tails (ww2 pilots), in case you don't already know about them. Not to mention the 54th Massachusetts infantry regiment during the American civil war.
You served as a tank crewman for what country in Africa..?!
Someone has a problem with reading comprehension. I clearly state "African American". American, born and bred. @@joshuajones1319
My late uncle was a member of this unit. He was a tank commander. He was a seargent. He had a momento of his unit on his coffee table. Their motto? 'We pearce'
Thanks to the black panthers ww2 rip we love u from belgium soldiers ❤❤❤❤
There are several TH-cam documentaries from many different perspectives. This one was missing some key parts, Patton had witnessed the Panthers in Tx when he went looking for replacements. The fact was the Allies were loosing and Pattons initial soldiers had been bloodied but replacents would be needed for the evential invasion of fortress Europe. The attrition of the war was horrible and there was opposition to black troops but, these oppositions were from American Nazi sympathizers among the far right America First Party. This opposition was ignored and black troops were opened for combat roles in technical fields like aviation, armor, and artillery. We also operated the Redball express which was basically speed trucking suppiles to keep the American juggernaut running. Pattons black troops performed exemplary among all tankers and participated in one of the longest continuous armored thrust in history to cut iff the Bulge in 1944.
Outstanding!
The fighting Black Panthers kicked some major Kraut ass!
I learned something very important many years ago when serving in the prosthetic department at Madigan Army Hospital in 1971. I learned that all soldiers, regardless of race, are the same on the inside.... All scar tissue is pink, and combat does not discriminate in who it injures... And I think about the 761st every time I see the Jackie Robinson statute at City Hall in Pasadena... Thank you for telling this great story about these brave men who served our nation with honor...
Haven't thought about Pasadena in years. Went to PCC in the 60's, worked at Bullochs and Sears, early morning jobs, got drafted several times. Didn't help that 4 profs said I'd have to be 4x better than a whiteman to pass their class. Two white men, a streaky blond prof named Hansen-Moeller, AND to my surprise apear shaped 250 pound black woman prof who looked at me with a look I couldn't understand. They each looked directly at me. Years later one of the first things I experienced after coming back from 24 years in China was that savage kneeling on Floyd George's neck-triumphalism- nothing will happen to me and you can't do nuthin about it!! Of course NONE of the white kids heard anything, but I graduated, went to Canada then China. Tense times then.
By the way, I had more acceptance, respect, protection and opportunities and of course much better women than I EVER got here or Canada!!
They weren’t sitting ducks! They were mfing panthers!! The 761st is the most interesting armored division of WW2 for me. Harding Crecy was an ABSOLUTE UNIT. Proposing to his future wife at like 12 and marrying her like 20 years later. I wish there was much much more information on the 761st.
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CBS News Sunday Morning with Morgan Freeman includes my interview with Johnnie Stevens of the 761st Tank Battalion.
They were the image of the black panther which strikes quickly and fatally. It’s not the political party Black Panthers.
Their motto was “Come Out Fighting”
Not a Division, a Battalion
What the other guy said. A division is about 20X the size of a battalion. A battalion is only about 800-1000 men.
Just saw this and have regrets that I had never heard of this battalion. I am not surprised at all that these brothers excelled. We do tend to do that when we get an opportunity!
The last scene in the film fury in which Brad Pitt manner the external machine gun was actually based on the distinguished black soldier mentioned in this video!
Interesting. Did not know that. Thanks for the correction.
I think you’re thinking of Audie Murphy. Look it up and you’ll see I’m right.
@@The.Original.Potatocakes, potatoes research it, before you make a conclusion. This history of black soldiers in the WW 2 was sweep under rug.
@@amosfrench7452 I agree. My Audie Murphy was still my hero though.
I have a question. How did Mexican or Latino soldiers serve in tanks with their white counterparts? Why were only black soldiers segregated? Was it law?
@@remogatron1010 , you need to get couple of books, on racism in America. There’ was numerous occasions, when Americans in WW2 black, Mexicans, and naive Americans disguised themselves. This history was not taught in public schools.
I'm neither black nor american but you managed to make me feel invested in a way that few videos can. Well done
This video came out at the perfect time for me. It helped me make a major decision in my life, so I have to thank you. Particularly, the timing of this video was a sign to me.
Im glad I could help, thank you for your support
Well done! This is one of the best short documentaries I have seen on the 761st, after years of the study of US Armored history. Shout out to these brave warriors and those [you] who make sure they are remembered.
My Grandfather was in the 761 at Tank Battalion his Tank was called Cavens Kid❤
Awesome! I will carry that name on my M4 in gaming! God bless him, you and, your family!
Maybe you can find him in and of this footage if the 761st then.
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I wish you had split this up into two videos .One just on their history, how the Black Panthers came to be.
And the other video on their exploits. With over six months of near continuous combat I bet you could fill out a twelve minute video of their actions. Thanks for sharing with. All the best!
They were Pattons spearhead as he advanced. They broke through the Germans' lines. Making them the first American military unit in German territory.
Always be learning! I found Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's book on the 761st in the new section of my local library and was blown away! Keep the faith. and keep up the fight against those who would rob us of our history and education!
Great video !!! TY 4 mentioning Jackie Robinson. I haven't seen another 761st video that mentions Lieutenant Jackie Robinson's contribution during WW2. I'm a loyal 1950s era Brooklyn Dodger fanatic. Jackie and Sandy Amoros are my favorite Brooklyn Dodgers that I saw on TV as a child.
Just an awesome piece of tanker history. As a 19E10B8 Cold War veteran,thank you for sharing this.
Patton at first didn't want to use African American troops in the European Theater of Operations. However, that change in after the Normandy invasion. 761st Tank Battalion played a huge roll against the Germans. Outstanding!!!
Patton embraced the use of not only Black's but also Hispanics and even had one French decision. All contributed to Pattons success .
Hispanics were already in the armed forces. So i dont understand your point? Patton did not embrace African American tank units because he thought they were not capable to operate M4 tanks or handle combat.
The 761st was not involved in the Normandy campaign. They did not see action until November 1944.
Ike had asked Patton to take the 761st as no other Army commander would take them . Yes, hesitated but didn’t interfere with their deployment. In the counterattack in the the Bulge they fought against the Fuhrer Begleit Battalion, an elite Wehrmacht unit that was part of the Gross Deutchland Group. Their action dislodged that unit and was important in pushing back that section of the front.
Patton gave a speech to them after the actions of Nov. 2, 1944 near St. Nicholas, France.
“Men, you are the first Negro tankers to ever fight in the American Army. I would never had asked for you if you weren’t good. I have nothing but the best in my army. I don’t care what color you are as long as you go up there and kill those Kraut sonsabitches. Everyone has their eyes on you and expects great things from you. Most of all your race is looking forward to you. Don’t let them down, and damn you don’t let me down!”
@@redaug4212 I stated after the Normandy invision
Dear One Mic History,
Thank you, sir! I am so d**n glad to see this presentation. I am very proud of these tankers. Not only for their virtue and strength, in spite of what they hard to endure in the process, but for the sacrifices they made and the BS (Patton's trash talk, just to name one) they dealt with. Back of the bus my a**!
I discovered their existence by chance. During covid I purchased a 1/16 scale remote control Sherman M4A3. In my research to detail this tank accurately, I stumbled across this Battalion. I decided to dig deeper. I was completely blown away by what I learned. To this end, I decided my tank would be a functioning reminder of the 761. And it has done just that. In so doing I have come to realize that these men are not well known. Seemed my mission was now to share it with the world. Which I have been doing.
The interesting note here is, I am a white guy. I approach everyone. I do wonder if me sharing my enthusiasm with all others is received or if I should stay in my own "tribe." But I think about the 761st. They had a voice. And they used it.
I was once fortunate enough to spend the day at the airport with a Tuskeegee Airman. Now just give me a 761st tanker and a Sherman and my life is complete.
SALUTE!
My good sir. Welcome to yet another tribe. One of many you are free to join if the mood strikes you! lol We all fight together and we die together. Never be afraid to share your knowledge. God bless those who accept it, and good luck to those who do not. I bet you are a wealth of knowledge about the beloved B-17? Thanks for sharing your thoughts and never give up your opportunity to educate. Come out fighting brotha! 🪖👍
I to, ran into a redtail while shopping at the mall. I musta talked his head off with a million questions and he sat there and he answered them. His name was literally Charles Lindbergh, can't remember his last name but it was as if he was meant to be a pilot. Very very special day in my life, I don't even think he understood, what he meant to me.
The 761th was an American Tank Battlion. Their story is American (Military) History. To be shared and told by all.
@@morningstar9317 Charles Lindberg was a white man. He's the first to fly across the Atlantic Ocean. And a native sympathizer.
@@mjs6157 i know who Charles Lindbergh is, there is another man named after him who was a red tail during WW2 that I ran into at the mall. Don't correct me
These are the qualities of the great American soldier...overcome every obstacle with honor and gallantry.
Thank you for sharing their story. I wonder what was worse for them, the combat the endured or the world they returned to.
A awesome story of courage and professionalism. From a veteran of a Irish infantry regiment of the British Army.
Thanks. Your narrative of the history gave me chills. I’ve seen most American war movies ever made but can only remember seeing combatant black WWI or WWII troops in documentaries and a Sidney Portier movie for most of my life.
Amazing... thank you for this wonderful history! No wonder the Steiner group never showed up!
Thank you for your service gentlemen.
Wow! Great military information on these courageous tank troopers the Black Panthers during WW2. Thank you for sharing!
I lived 4 blocks from Fort Mcnair in sw D.C. in the 80s. Epic base and a clearly epic man.
The more they were looked down upon is the more they made records
I'm retired Army and I've served with several Armor units. I'm so proud of Black soldier's service in the U.S military and I'm a big history fan. The town that Ft. Hood is in is named Killeen. There was at one time a meaning for that town which was "Kiil Each and Every N***** (K-I-L-L-E-E-N). Thank God those days are gone. I've visited one of the concentration camps in Germany that Black soldiers liberated called Buchenwald. It was liberated on April 11, 1945, and the clock still reads 3:15... The prisoners say this is the time Freedom came.
0:50-0:54... They didn't believe that, they wanted to. They know we're THE GREATEST warriors on this earth, which is why they've put so many stumbling blocks in front of us (physically, mentally/psychology and spiritually).
W.E.B. Griffin writes a fictionalied version of this unit into his Brotherhood of War series. I love the books and the focus on duty honor and capable soldiers no matter what color.
Keep telling the truth, is all we ask for!!!!!!, Amen 🙏🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💯💯💯💯💯
Thank you for posting this.
I just stumbled upon this this is so amazing thank you brave service man of world war II the Black Panthers. Why don't we learn this in our history books in school. I'm glad TH-cam at least I can learn
It is a shame isn't it? And what would it hurt to add this to courses? I studied WWII independently as a teen and come across the stories of these men and other units during my reading. And I would like to believe that this subconsciously helped shape my view of my country in a positive way and helped me make a lot of different decisions as I grew up. Including my own choice to enlist and serve my country among other things. I think it enhanced the stories of heroism of my white brothers and sisters gave me a greater sense of self-worth, to this day. Very good observation and kudos on your name choice. DD did rock my 90s in a major way! 👍
@@charmcitytoe thank you for your service brother. Yeah and my nickname is DD
Morgan Freeman is making a documentary for the History Channel on the unit!
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Johnnie Stevens in this piece was my veteran interviewee in 2002.
Because
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wrote an excellent book on these guys. I believe his Dad was a member of the 761st.
The book is called 'Brothers In Arms'
This is incredible. How come I never heard of the 761 before..!?!
You know why it's called suppression they know who we are and they are afraid.
Quite a bit to narrate into a brief story. Nicely done. It is however noticeable that you lack military experience. Corpse is a dead person pronounced KORPS. Core is often a reference to a base part of a piece of equipment. Corps incidentally pronounced KOR also is in reference to military units of maneuver. Much is often referred to I Corps (eye Kor) and USMarine Corps (again Kor) 3:10 Tank Corps (this too pronounced Kor).
Loved the pictures of Jackie Robinson just wish someone could have straightened up his uniform before he did the photo shoot since it is obvious that both pictures were taken during the same sitting. (Jackies Branch Insignia on his left lapel is pretty much hanging down from the outside pin 5:31 and 6:09)
I do want to commend you on using appropriate and accurate pictures of the elements involved. Too many narrations like this use stock photos that are random and have little to nothing to do with the material depicted. If you decide to redo this video it might be nice to have someone of military experience review your script and photos ahead of time. Thanks for the video.
Amazing documentary, thank you....
I find it astonishing that the US Army was segregated. I always assumed segregation was only in the Southern States not a national institution. Great to hear these stories after all this time and hear the names of the brave men that died for their country.
All the military branches at that time were segregated.
Take a course/workshop from the Racial Equity Institute....if you were astonished to learn` that the military had been segregated, you will be SHOCKED to learn how extensive institutionalized racism was prevalent across the country in ALL government programs. The white people, and especially politicians, who complain about entitlement programs today, are ones whose families benefitted greatly from certain entitlement programs that explicitly excluded black citizens.
We're you born and raised in the U S🤔, this is what white folks are doing now erasing, denying, Black HISTORY which is AMERICAN history. The modern Black Panthers and the Guardian Angels.......whited out. Proud "boys",KKK, racist white folk still present and growing. Land of the rich home of the bought.
During the ww2, the white American troops wouldn't drink in the same Pub black American troops.
Many pubs put signs Black Troops Only.
Segregation wasn't a thing in the UK .
They favoured the black troops as they didn't cause trouble and brawling.
Democrats segregate everything
I think the story of the Black Panthers would make for an amazing movie. I think a screenplay could be drafted easily. I think it is way past time for their story to be told to the next and last generations.
Great History. I served as a US Marine and as a US Army soldier. I was in armor in Germany for 18 months. From February 1984 to August 1985. I was in the 3rd Battalion 69th Armor Brigade ( Panzer Battalion). I am a proud African-American who served our country. Thanks for recognizing us. GOD bless us all.
I applaude your presentation. It gives an account of a unit and its accomplishments. From the Revolutionary War through the years since, African Americans have proved thier value and worth in Service to the nation. Through out that time with each conflict they were involved in, it helped soften hardened hearts who were taught racism from childhood. Units like the 761st, Tsuskeegee Airmen, Harlem Hell Fighters helped gain respect through thier actions and loyalty to a nation who at the times was surely not reciprocating back. Through thier actions over the years there were many non African Americans fighting to these units right, left or rear flanks that observed such heroic actions and sacrifices that a great number of those people in other units knew that they deserved credit, appreciation, and needed to be treated no differently than thier fellow citizens. I personally believe this is how the Civil Rights Act was eventually able to be passed. That was the milestone to start us on becoming a true one nation. We need to keep the momentum going till one day we are all judged by all individually on our content of character and not by the color of our skin, religion or ethnintisity.
Another good short documentary you should do would be on units that were involved with the "Red Ball Express" Mostly made up of African American transportation units that served in Europe during WW II.
Keep up the good work.
Great reporting. So good to hear this about black troops in WWII.
And people today say that we never had it so bad. We are walking in the park when put side by side with these true pioneers, battling tough racism.
Outstanding! Very well told.
(From an old "pale face"...
... Who hates stupidity and injustice!
Semper Fidelis!
I like your work. If my mother hadn't told me when I was a kid that she was held in black man's arms when US troops liberated Europe, I wouldn't know about black soldiers in ww2. No mention in any history books of my youth. None. Thats a shame. So, good work !
Nah, bro. They didn't want them to join because they were afraid of retaliation.
THE BIG PAYBACK
Brutha, thank you for this video knowledge. We 4:33 here about the mighty Tuskegee Airmen. I heard about these brothers thru one of my friends. One of the leaders of this group was gravely wounded. He never stopped even when ordered, too. These brothers were fearless 183 days!!!! Thank you for the original BLACK PANTHERS!!!!!
1st time viewer! Excellent content! Keep up the Good Work!🗽🇺🇸🏆
I have really enjoyed this telling what awesome service blacks played in WW2. We still didn't get any recognition for their outstanding service for this country. This country is still prejudice.
This story would make a great movie.
@speedy-vu6vr You're not the sharpest knife aren't you?
Kanye should fund a movie about this group. I just found out over 1 million black Americans served in WW2. These dudes were true warriors fighting tyranny.
i was in the army 5 yrs! 80's god bless the black tankers and troops in ww2!!! my pops bless him served in that war!!!
Well done thank you so much for your hard work on this video.
Well done! They deserve a movie
🪖 Excellence. Preserving truths, and historical experiences of the greatest generation 💯
Thank your for your Amazing service!!! 🇺🇸
Interesting. Thanks for sharing!
Good stuff man. Just subscribed. Any chance you’d do a video on James Cheney, Andrew Goodman and Michael Schwerner?
Well Done!
Just to sharpen your presentation, the proper way to pronounce the name is "Seven Sixty FIRST" instead of "Seven Sixty ONE" and "CWAH de Gere"!
This is NOT a put-down, just a friendly bit of help.
EXCELLENT JOB, GREAT subject!
Glynn "WARDOG" Jacobs
Lieutenant, U.S.N.R., (Ret.)
This performance by tankers of color is not surprising. Building upon what these Black Panthers accomplished in WW II and President Truman’s desegregation of the DoD, the integrated American tank force and mechanized infantry and artillery units of today fight like hell as a team. Thank God that today’s equipment is far better than what these courageous soldiers had to endure. I was proud to serve alongside of my fellow tankers for almost 30 years.
I'm an amateur (emphasis on amateur) WW2 historian and it wasn't until the last few years that I learned just how much our history has been whitewashed. Thank you for this wonderful video that presents the actual history and contributions of black soldiers during that war and all other wars. They served their country above and beyond and with great dedication when their country didn't offer the same level of respect back. This is an amazing story and I know there are more out there. Please keep these videos coming. I just subscribed and look forward to seeing what you've done and what you post in the future!
Good job , reporting. 👍
Thanks for binging this to my attention. I was a tanker in the Army and never heard of this unit
Very good tribute to a bery often over looked fighting unit. There were a bunch of black units that deserve to be Revered. Years ago, when i was still in high school, we went to a yard sale. At that yard sale i found and bought a very old , smelly rough, khaki colored bed roll. I figured it would be good for scouting trips. Eventually i found a very faint and worn insignia on it, and a place that you could tell was a name writtem that long since faded. The unit insignia was the 555th , the tripple nickles. Smoke jumpers. These men parachuted into forest fires. No they didnt see combat in the armed sense but omg being sent into a fire? By parachute? You should really do a story on them. I would love to see it. Sorry so long, but also letting you know that i still have that bed roll amd really wish i could read the name or go back to that yard sale house amd see if it was one of theor ancestors. Wow memories.
I would never fight for a country that considers me a second class citizen. Those men have way more honor than me.
Wow! Never heard of this! Keep it coming.
Great video!
American Tankers = Victory!🇺🇸
@speedy 3776 They wouldn't have lost if they were the "greatest fighting force in History"
The vast majority of the German victories from '39-41 massively relied on the invading smaller industrialized nations with smaller armies, or invading nations that didn't prepare their doctrine for a new war (France) once the Nazis invaded the USSR that's when their weakness started to show and they were on the backfoot for the rest of the war.
Thank you - I just learned Morgan Freeman is making a docu about the 761st.
Now i have a reason to visit Fort Hood.
crazy times these days. Valor and courage are needed.
09:45 exactly like the Little White Guy AUDEY MURPHY . He did similar heroics . He instantly got the CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOUR .. funny old world.
MAD SALUTE TO THE 761ST BLACK PANTHERS!! THEY NEED A MOVIE NOW! SO SICK AND TIRED OF RACISM BEING TAUGHT TO THE YOUNG europeans in america, it'll never go anywhere.
dESATAN would consider this “C R T “ ! DESATAN family tree must have a Italian dictator , on one it’s branches !
In WWII my Grandfather First Sgt William H. Maiden Jr was in the 476th Amphibian Truck Company. He fought in the Pacific Theater and was in the first wave invading Iwo Jima. He operated a DUKW (Duck), transporting 105mm howitzers to shore. He was awarded the Bronze Star, a Citation from the 4th Marine Division and 476th Amphibian Truck Company.
Great history. Thank you.
Kareem Abdul Jabbar wrote about about the 761st. His dad's best friend was a tanker in the Panthers and used to tell young Lou (as Kareem was known then) tales of their exploits. - "Brothers in Arms: The Epic Story of the 761st Tank Battalion, WWII's Forgotten Heroes"
Fantastic video!
Love this!! Thanks man.
FDR was totally against this just as he was the Tuskegee fighter pilots. In the case of Tuskegee Elinore Roosevelt was the one who pushed hard and demanded FDR to allow the experiment to go forward. FDR was no friend to black people. FDR started the Civilian Conservation Corp in which many blacks just happened to benefit, though the program was for all to help out during the depression. Blacks put FDR on a Pedestal because of the CCC.
You're right and pressure come the NAACP and black leaders that if he didn't change th discrimination policies is war planets a all out protest was coming. Yes, Eleanor Roosevelt played a role for African Americans to fight for this country. Truman, finally desegregated the military just as the Korean war broke out two years later in 1950.
Such truth👍🏾
Most benefits Black people got from the government were usually byproducts of programs meant for "Average Americans"
FDR Could not afford an all out protest from the black community. His wife was on point.
I've read book, those tankers are Heroes
My late father was a sergeant in that unit at Camp Hood, now Ft Cavazos. He told us stories about Jackie Robinson and freeing black tankers from the sheriff's jail. Because they demanded service at a Killeen ice cream shop which had german prisoners of war sotting and eating ice cream under supervision of MP guards .
It's time that America Right its Historical Wrongs. Let's Talk Reparations! It's time we address our country's past and acknowledge the injustice suffered by Foundational Black Americans. Together, we can pave the way for healing and equality.
A Salute to the 761 TB.
The Japanese Americans had it tough too. The 442nd RCT is a Highly Decorated unit of WW2. There was FDR in the White House. He was as racist as they come. Good show Mac.
The 442nd is among the most decorated (for its size), not the most decorated.
We need to stop proving to these people and need to prove to ourselves we are worthy.
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My great Uncle was Col. Paul Laverne Bates commander of the 761st/ Black Panthers. He was totally dedicated, committed & loyal to those great men of the 761st. Paul Bates had Jackie Robinson's back and prevented Jackie's Court Martial while risking a Court Martial himself and possible time in the brig for defying his superiors while defending Jackie after he ignored orders given by the a-hole bus driver to move to the back of the bus. Jackie Robinson & my uncle & all those brave men who survived were friends for life after the war. It is so beyond pathetic how these defenders of America, the free world & democracy were treated , disrespected and discriminated upon after their return home from that war, and for so many years to come up to the present day. A huge debt of gratitude is owed to both the Black Panthers as well as America's indigenous code talkers for all their selfless contributions,sacrifice and incredible human spirit that truely sets them above & apart from those arrogant racist bigots who slandered & doubted all these fine men & humble heroes.
Amazing that they thought black folks didn’t have the intelligence to kick ass in combat…but I just have to wonder if they paid any attention to boxing at the time. Lol
Thanks!
Thank you for your support!
Much respect Brothers
Thanks you for clarifying. We are proud to be black strongest character ❤