The saga of Black Navy veterans of World War II

James S. Peters

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The saga of Black Navy veterans of World War II

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

An American Triumph

by James S. Peters

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it was like for African American sailors during World War II? Imagine facing big battles at sea and even bigger battles at home for equality. What secrets and stories did these brave veterans carry with them?

Themes

HistoryAfrican American ExperienceMilitary ServiceSocial JusticeBiographyComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This book offers a detailed historical look at the experiences of African American Navy veterans during World War II, highlighting their struggles before and after the Navy's desegregation. It includes firsthand accounts and personal anecdotes, making it suitable for middle-grade readers interested in history and social justice. Parents should note the book addresses themes of racial discrimination and military service in a thoughtful, age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate ←
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9781573091237
Pages
160
Publisher
International Scholars Publications
Published
1996
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Biography & Autobiography

Subjects

Peters, James S. 1917-United States. NavyAfrican Americans20th CenturyWorld War, 1939-1945Personal Narratives, AmericanAfrican American VeteransAmerican Personal NarrativesUnited StatesUnited States, Navy, African AmericansWorld War, 1939-1945, African Americans

People

James S. Peters (1917-)