Erased: WW2's Heroes of Color

History | War

Station:
National Geographic (GB)

Status:
Ended

Start:
2024-05-27

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From Idris Elba, whose grandfather fought in WW2, this landmark series reveals the untold stories of soldiers of color in the war. By mixing war sequences with character portraits, this series restores the role of these soldiers and their units to their rightful place in the narrative of WW2 and reveals how these heroes inspired Civil Rights Movements in America and across the world.

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S1E2 - Dunkirk

Amidst the chaos of Dunkirk and the advancing German Army, one little-known Indian regiment fights for victory and independence.

Air Date: 03 Jun 2024 14:00 (CDT)

S1E3 - Battle of the Bulge

Hear the untold story of the Black Panthers, an elite African American tank battalion, who fought in the bloodiest American battle of World War II. 

Air Date: 10 Jun 2024 14:00 (CDT)

S1E4 - Pearl Harbor

Idris Elba reveals how three Black sailors defied the odds and miraculously survived the attack on Pearl Harbor and an oppressive, segregated Navy.


 

Air Date: 17 Jun 2024 14:00 (CDT)