African American voices from Iwo Jima : personal accounts of the battle /

Nearly 900 African Americans fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima, but accounts of their service have gone largely unrecorded. This book seeks to correct that omission for the sake of the brave Americans who served and for the sake of a more inclusive American history. Eleven veterans contribute their m...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Willie, Clarence E., 1945-
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Company, [2010]
Subjects:	Iwo Jima, Battle of, Japan, 1945 > Personal narratives, American. World War, 1939-1945 > Participation, African American. World War, 1939-1945 > Personal narratives, American.

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Summary:	Nearly 900 African Americans fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima, but accounts of their service have gone largely unrecorded. This book seeks to correct that omission for the sake of the brave Americans who served and for the sake of a more inclusive American history. Eleven veterans contribute their memories and experiences.
Physical Description:	viii, 252 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:	9780786441587 (softcover : alk. paper) 0786441585 (softcover : alk. paper)