Brothers in arms
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Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shares the story of World War II's all black 761st Tank Battalion, which fought at a time when patriotism trumped prejudice. He talks about his book, 'Brothers in Arms: The Epic Story of he 761st Tank Battalion, WWII's Forgotten Heroes', and also about his own understanding of the World War II.
Publication Name: The American Legion
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0886-1234
Year: 2004
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The power of perseverance
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Brooklawn, New Jersey, Post 72, won the American Legion Baseball World Series over the Lewis-Clark Twins of Lewiston, Idaho, by a score of 5-2. Brooklawn won its first title since 1991 through perseverance and three big comebacks. Brooklawn's Mike Rucci was named the series most valuable player.
Publication Name: The American Legion
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0886-1234
Year: 2001
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The homecoming: War's newest generation of wounded veterans finds comfort among those who went before them
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A new generation of wounded veterans is finding comfort among those who served in war before them. The steely determination of the combat survivors to overcome their trauma and recover fast reveals that they want to get back to their daily lives as early as possible.
Publication Name: The American Legion
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0886-1234
Year: 2005
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