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The 761st Tank Battalion was an independent tank battalion of the United States Army during World War II. The 761st was made up primarily of African-American soldiers, who by federal law were not permitted to serve alongside white troops; the Army did not officially desegregate until after World War II. They were known as the Black Panthers after their unit's distinctive insignia; their motto was “Come out fighting”.

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  • 761st Tank Battalion (United States)
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  • The 761st Tank Battalion was an independent tank battalion of the United States Army during World War II. The 761st was made up primarily of African-American soldiers, who by federal law were not permitted to serve alongside white troops; the Army did not officially desegregate until after World War II. They were known as the Black Panthers after their unit's distinctive insignia; their motto was “Come out fighting”.
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Nickname
  • Black Panthers
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Dates
  • 1942(xsd:integer)
  • 1947(xsd:integer)
Unit Name
  • 761(xsd:integer)
notable commanders
  • Lt. Col. Paul L. Bates
Allegiance
  • United States of America
Battles
  • World War II *Moyenvic *Vic-sur-Seille *Morville *Battle of the Bulge
decorations
  • Presidential Unit Citation
Motto
  • Come Out Fighting
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  • The 761st Tank Battalion was an independent tank battalion of the United States Army during World War II. The 761st was made up primarily of African-American soldiers, who by federal law were not permitted to serve alongside white troops; the Army did not officially desegregate until after World War II. They were known as the Black Panthers after their unit's distinctive insignia; their motto was “Come out fighting”.
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