The true story of the African American heroes of World War I, the soldiers of the 369th Infantry Regiment, dubbed the "Harlem Hellfighters.".

Defending America -- War in Europe -- Trench warfare -- Problem of race -- National guard -- Fighting 15th -- who would lead colored men into battle? -- Training the black soldier -- Spartanburg, South Carolina -- Carrying the flag to France -- On the line -- German offensives -- In enemy hands -- Battle of Meuse-Argonne -- Parade -- Red summer -- Heroes and men -- Selected bibliography.