758th Tank Battalion (United States)

The 758th Tank Battalion was a tank battalion of the United States Army that served during World War II, later becoming the 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment.

758th Tank Battalion
Active1941–49
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Army
TypeArmored warfare
RoleReconnaissance
Nickname(s)"Tuskers"
Motto(s)We Pierce
Mascot(s)African Elephant
EngagementsWorld War II

The 758th, the first armored unit whose members were African American soldiers, was formed in 1941 and served in Italy.

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