761st Tank Battalion and American History

The video highlights the contributions of African-American soldiers in WWII, focusing on the 761st Tank Battalion and the Lido Road. Despite facing segregation and inequality, these soldiers played crucial roles in significant battles like the Battle of the Bulge. Post-war, their achievements were gradually recognized, culminating in awards and honors. The video concludes with a call to support veterans and acknowledges ongoing efforts for equality.

What is Juneteenth known for in American history?

• The abolition of slavery in the United States

• The beginning of the Civil Rights Movement

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The end of World War II

What was the primary purpose of the Lido Road during World War II?

• To connect the United States with Europe

• To serve as a supply line from India to China

• To transport troops to the Pacific front

• To act as a defensive barrier against the Japanese

What nickname was given to the 761st Tank Battalion?

• The Tuskegee Airmen

• The Black Panthers

• The Red Tails

• The Harlem Hellfighters

Which battle was described by Winston Churchill as the greatest American battle of the war?

• The Battle of Iwo Jima

• The Battle of Normandy

• The Battle of the Bulge

• The Battle of Midway

What was the significance of the 761st Tank Battalion's involvement in the Battle of the Bulge?

• They were the first to land on Normandy beaches

• They broke through the Siegfried Line

• They were the first to use tanks in combat

• They captured Adolf Hitler

What was the outcome for the 761st Tank Battalion after World War II?

• They returned to a segregated nation

• They were sent to fight in the Korean War

• They were immediately recognized and celebrated

• They were disbanded and forgotten

In what year did the 761st Tank Battalion receive a Presidential Unit Citation?

• 1945

• 1950

• 1978

• 1997

Who presented the Medal of Honor to members of the 761st Tank Battalion in 1997?

• George W. Bush

• Bill Clinton

• Barack Obama

• Ronald Reagan

What did the V or peace sign symbolize for African-Americans after World War II?

• Victory in the Pacific theater

• Victory over Jim Crow laws and segregation

• Victory over the Axis powers

• Victory in the European theater

What action did the narrator take to support veterans?

• Wrote a book about World War II

• Started a petition for veteran rights

• Made a donation to the Veterans Association

• Organized a charity event