Send a comment on this item to LII: Send a comment on this item to LII staff, who on weekdays will usually reply within 24 hours. Booker Townsell: Articles of Interest Collection of links to news articles from 2007-2008 concerning the U.S. Army Board for Correction of Military Records' review and overturning of the 1944 court-martial conviction of black World War II veteran Booker Townsell. Articles discuss the events leading up to the decision, including the role of journalist Jack Hamann's book "On American Soil" in calling attention to the case. From a website promoting the story of Townsell and offering speaking engagement services. http://www.bookertownsell.org/articles1.html Asterisk * indicates required field. Your Name Your Email Address * We will not sell or provide your email address to anyone else. Comment * Enter the verification code as it is shown in the box below. This helps prevent automated submissions. *