HR 1628
761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 1:34 AM
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This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion, a unit of Black soldiers who served with distinction in Europe during 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 while supporting Allied forces. The bill recognizes their bravery, their pioneering role as the first Black armored unit, and the historical lack of recognition they received upon returning home.
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