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Foreword by lech walesa, nobel peace prize laureate introduction by rabbi michael schudrich, chief rabbi of poland. Jan 23, 20 a longer 90 second book trailer for the book courage has no color, the true story of the triple nickles. A 2014 yalsa excellence in nonfiction finalistan exceptionally wellresearched, lovingly crafted, and important tribute to unsung american heroes. The author carries us through the jump, from plane to ground, via both a written and visual narrative. The true story of the triple nickles americas first black paratroopers. From courage has no color what did it take to be a paratrooper in world war ii. Taking place during the american civil war, the story is about a young private of the union army, henry fleming, who flees from the field of battle. The book courage has no color is primarily about the desire that men of color had to serve this nation which they loved by fighting the enemy.