(above) A sketch shows the drop zone where the paratroopers of 2nd Ranger Infantry Company landed March 23, 1951, before battling for control of Hill 151 in Korea. (left) Artillery fire ceases, allowing them to advance near Kumma-ri. (far left) Members study a map before marching on.
IMAGES: FROM THE US ARMY’S FIRST, LAST, AND ONLY ALL-BLACK RANGERS/USED BY PERMISSION OF SAVAS BEATIE