The Black Panthers of WW2(2021)

The Black Panthers of WW2 is a documentary series that chronicles the remarkable history of the 761st Tank Battalion, the first African-American armoured unit to see combat in World War II. Narrated by David Harewood, the programme reconstructs the untold stories of these pioneering servicemen through interviews with historians, descendants, and surviving veteran Corporal Robert Andry. Despite facing systemic racism and discrimination, the 761st Tank Battalion proved their courage and skill on the battlefield, earning them a place in military history. This one-hour documentary reveals how these Black Panthers broke barriers and challenged the segregation that defined the era, ultimately changing the course of American military service and paving the way for future generations of African-American soldiers.