“A carefully researched and engrossing account that paints the individual dramas of the tankmen against the backdrop of the war . . . A fine tribute to these unsung heroes and a valuable addition to the literature on African American service in World War II.”--Washington Post Book World
More than a combat story or a segregated version of Stephen Ambrose's Band of Brothers. It's also the story of how black soldiers had to fight (literally and figuratively) for the right to fight the Germans.” --USA Today
“A wholly different perspective on the ‘greatest generation.’” --People (Critic's Choice)
“A brilliant and moving narrative that through its imagery helps the reader appreciate the hardness of battle.” --Charlotte Observer
“A slam dunk . . . Well written, well researched and an excellent read . . . Abdul-Jabbar does an incredible job of weaving [the personal stories] into the context of the war as it unfolded.” --Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
“A touching profile of men who fought overt and subtle racism for the chance to prove their mettle, and a poignant reminder of the unreasonable prejudices of that era that almost kept them on the sidelines.” --Sacramento Bee
“An inspirational, moving account of courage and comradeship on the part of exceptional men.” --Military History
“Not only an exciting, informative military history for the general reader but also a revealing and moving record of racism in America’s past.” --Houston Chronicle
