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BlackValor

by Black Valor

Every two weeks Black Valor will spotlight people and events in black military history. The companion website, www.blackvalor.net, has additional content that expands on podcast topics.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 18 - 369th Infantry Regiment Politics

    This is the second episode on the 369th Infantry Regiment. I discuss the politics behind the formation of the regiment. Also, I discuss the controversy on NFL players kneeling during the National Anthem. The next episode will cover the initial outfitting of the unit and prepartions for going...

  2. Episode 17-369th Infantry Regiment Overview

    The hiatus of the Black Valor podcast is over! This episode marks the beginning of a new series commemorating the 369th Infantry Regiment and 100 year anniversary of WWI. Also, I discuss some of the reasons for the long delay and why this podcast is more relevant than ever, with the current…

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  3. Episode 16- Spc Shoshana Johnson

    For Woman's History Month I detail the capture of Spc Shoshana Johnson, during the 2nd Iraqi war. Spc Johnson was the first African-American woman POW. Remember to go to www.blackvalor.net for more detailed information on this episode.

  4. Episode 15- 1st Rhode Island Regiment

    The 1st Rhode Island Regiment is known as the first all black regiment. While that description is not completely accurate they unit was truly exceptional. This episode details the founding, composition and battles of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment. Remember to visit the website: www.blackvalor.net...

  5. Episode 14 - 960th Quartermaster Service Company

    Episode 14 gives a brief history of the 960th Quartermaster Service Company. The all black unit was formed in World War II and served in Scotland, France, Netherlands, Belgium and Germany.

  6. Episode 13 - General Daniel "Chappie" James

    General Daniel "Chappie" James Jr. served in the Air Force for 35 years. He began his career as one of the famed Tuskegee Airmen and retired as a 4-star general. He was the first black officer of any of the services to attain the rank of General. General James was also an accomplished fighter…

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  7. Episode 12 - 477th Bombardment Group

    Many people know about the famed Tuskegee Airmen who were fighter pilots, but few knew of the first black bombardment group. For episode 12 I describe the history of the 477th Bombardment Group. The 477th was the first and last bomber group. Listen to this episode to discover how race and…

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  8. Episode 11c - Interview with MSgt Jerome Baysmore - Part 3

    This is the third and final part of my interview with MSgt Jerome Baysmore (retired). Enjoy the conclusion of this wonderful interview. Our next podcast will finally highlight members of the United States Air Force.

  9. Episode 11b - Interview with MSgt Jerome Baysmore - Part 2

    This is part 2 of the interview with MSgt Jerome Baysmore. In this section he talks about his numerous deployments. Parts three will be uploaded shortly after this episode. If you prefer to download the complete interview, it will be available under the podcast tab on the site:www.blackvalor.net.

  10. Episode 11a - Interview with MSgt Jerome Baysmore - Part 1

    In honor of Black History month, I wanted to highlight one of America's unsung heroes. It has been a while since I was able to post, but Black Valor is back. Here is the long promised interview with MSgt Jerome Baysmore (retired). The interview is broken down into three parts, to make it easier…

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  11. Episode 10 - 761st Tank Battalion Pt 3

    This podcast concludes the series on the 761st Tank Battalion, Black Panthers. I discuss some achievements of members in the battalion and fill in more of the background on these incredible WWII tankers.

  12. Episode 9 - 761st Tank Battalion Pt2

    Here is part 2 of the 761st Tank Battalion's story. In this episode we discuss the Battalion's travels and battle's from Omaha Beach to Steyr, Austria.

  13. Episode 8 - Jackie Robinson Court Martial

    This episode looks at the court martial of Jackie Robinson. He was an officer in the 761st Tank Battalion and narrowly missed serving overseas, during WWII. Robinson is most widely known for breaking the color barrier in baseball.

  14. Episode 7 - 761st Tank Battalion Pt. 1

    During World War II, the 761st Tank Battalion tore through Europe in pursuit of the German Army. The unit was distinguished and praised by leaders like Gen George Patton and General Leslie McNair. In 1978 the 761st received a Presidential Unit Citation Award and one member, SSgt Ruben Rivers,...

  15. Episode 6.5-Summer Break

    This is a short episode to explain the hiatus of Black Valor. Also, I briefly cover the efforts to get Sergeant First Class Alwyn Cashe the Medal of Honor.

  16. Episode 6 - William Henry Singleton

    William Henry Singleton was born a slave and became a First Sergeant with the 35th Regiment, United States Colored Troops. He, organized and drilled one thousand colored troops, before the Emancipation Proclamation.

  17. Episode 5 - Cathay Williams

    Private William Cathay joined the famed Buffalo Soldiers in 1866. This would be a typical enlistment of the period, except William was really Cathay, a woman! She joined the U.S. Army 62 years before women were allowed to serve. Listen to the amazing story of William Cathay, the first female...

  18. Episode 4 - Sergeant Henry L Johnson

    Sergeant Henry Lincoln Johnson fought with the 369th Infantry during WWI. On 14 May 1918, he and Private Needham Roberts defended an outpost on the Aisne river from a sizable German raiding party. Episode 4 recounts this incredible story.

  19. Episode 3 - Lieutenant John R. Fox

    Episode 3 discusses how Lieutenant John R. Fox earned the Medal of Honor, while serving in Italy during WWII.

  20. Episode 2 - All Black Rangers Pt II

    This is Episode II of the Black Valor podcast. We conclude our brief history of the 2d Ranger Company, All Black Rangers. You can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, at Black Valor. Also, visit www.blackvalor.net for more information on black military history and a companion gallery about the…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Every two weeks Black Valor will spotlight people and events in black military history. The companion website, www.blackvalor.net, has additional content that expands on podcast topics.

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Every two weeks Black Valor will spotlight people and events in black military history. The companion website, www.blackvalor.net, has additional content that expands on podcast topics.

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