The 758th Tank Battalion in World War II

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Set during World War II, the narrative follows the 758th Tank Battalion, the first all-black armored unit of the U.S. Army, as they engage in significant battles against the Axis powers in Northern Italy. Their journey spans from the Ligurian Sea through the Po Valley and into the Apennine Mountains, where they play a crucial role in breaching the Gothic Line, marking a pivotal moment in the Italian Campaign. The book highlights themes of courage, racial identity, and the contributions of African American soldiers in a segregated military.