In this action-packed collection, you will meet thirty brave and determined African American military heroes, from the eighteenth century up to the present. You'll discover little-known facts about their families and careers, as well as the remarkable odds each of them overcame. Ranging from the Revolutionary War to Vietnam and the Persian Gulf War, these exciting stories show you how: This extraordinary collection highlights these and dozens of other absorbing stories of dedicated defenders of America. Meet the courageous black stars who defended our liberty with uncommon valor—from the early years to modern times: