The 614th Tank Destroyer Battalion

"Their story may have started out dark and gloomy, but it ended with pride and respect. The men of the 614th Tank Destroyer Battalion had a mission of their own to accomplish and this well-written piece will show readers exactly how they did it." ~On Point: The Journal of Army History

"More than just a unit history, this book relates the struggles of its veterans against both racism and the German Army. The authors effectively balance these two sides of the 614th's war, giving the unit's members their just due while presenting them as men performing a duty and serving their country, just as millions of others did. The work is a fitting tribute to a group of soldiers who served their country honorably and well." ~WWII History Magazine

"Readers who are interested in World War II or black military history will definitely want to read this book." ~The Journal of America's Military Past

"...a well-researched and fast-paced account of the unit's service, from activation and training through combat and deactivation." ~Historical Miniatures Gaming Society

"Samuel De Korte offers a thorough and unfiltered look at a segregated unit’s World War II experience. From activation, to fighting on the battlefields of Central Europe, to returning home, the book illustrates the exemplary actions of the personnel in fighting for not only the liberty of Europe but also for liberty within their homeland." ~Army History Magazine

"The images in The 614th Tank Destroyer Battalion are astounding. Most have never seen the light of day since their initial archival. These never-before published images make this work unique. Rather than being generic, they relate directly to the units and the men being discussed." ~SirReadaLot.org

"...the role of African-Americans in the front lines of combat is revealed in meticulous detail." ~Midwest Book Review