The Untold Story of the 761st Tank Battalion | America’s Forgotten Black Panthers America tried to erase them—but history refused to forget. The 761st Tank Battalion, known as the Black Panthers, became the first all-Black tank unit in U.S. military history. Trained for war yet held back because of racism, they waited while others were sent into battle. Even George S. Patton doubted their ability—until he had no choice but to deploy them. What happened next changed history. #761stTankBattalion,

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17K views · 698 reactions | 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 | Facebook

The Army’s 761st Tank Battalion was the first Black tank unit to fight in combat in World War II and will be the subject of a documentary to air on Aug. 20. Morgan Freeman narrates. Known as the original Black Panthers, the unit has a rich history. Freeman speaks to the last living soldier from the 761st in the documentary. Tune into @history on Aug. 20, 8/7c to learn more about the 761st Tank Battalion. Click the link in our bio to see the story written by Doug G. Ware. #starsandstripes #milita