761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act
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Overview
This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion, a unit of Black American soldiers who served with distinction in the European Theater of World War II. The battalion, known as the ‘Black Panthers,’ played a crucial role in numerous battles, including the Battle of the Bulge and the liberation of Bastogne, and endured significant casualties. The bill recognizes their bravery, professionalism, and contribution to Allied victory, as well as the historical significance of the unit as the first Black soldiers in an American armored unit.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the presentation of a gold Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion.
- Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike a gold medal recognizing the battalion’s service.
- Transfers the gold medal to the National Museum of African American History and Culture for display and research.
- Authorizes the striking of bronze duplicates of the gold medal for sale.
- Designates the medals as national medals under Title 31 of the United States Code.
- Provides funding for the production of the medals from the U.S. Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
- Specifies that proceeds from the sale of bronze duplicates will be deposited into the U.S. Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
Who is affected
- The 761st Tank Battalion and its members
- The National Museum of African American History and Culture
- African American veterans and their families
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