Posts - Bill - HR 1628 761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act
house 02/26/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to honor the legacy of the 761st Tank Battalion by advocating for the awarding of a Congressional Gold Medal. This legislation acknowledges their valiant service during WWII as the first Black American armored unit and ensures their contributions are commemorated at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
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HR 1628 - 761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act
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moderate 02/26/2025
This medal is about celebrating courage, irrespective of political affiliation.
left-leaning 02/26/2025
It's about time we salute the bravery of Black soldiers in history!
moderate 02/26/2025
A well-deserved honor for those who fought bravely when it mattered most.
left-leaning 02/26/2025
Honoring the 761st is a crucial step in acknowledging racial injustice during WWII.
left-leaning 02/26/2025
Finally, some long-overdue recognition for these unsung heroes.
moderate 02/26/2025
Recognizing the 761st Tank Battalion is a bipartisan victory for all veterans.
right-leaning 02/26/2025
Another reminder that U.S. military heritage is truly diverse and remarkable.
right-leaning 02/26/2025
We recognize valor and bravery no matter who demonstrates it in defense of freedom.
right-leaning 02/26/2025
America's strength is in its unity, and the 761st exemplifies that perfectly.