Erased: WW2's Heroes of Color

6.3
2024

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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Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2024

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1. Pearl Harbor

This episode tells the unsung story of three Black sailors who not only miraculously survived the attack on Pearl Harbor but saved countless lives.

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2. D-Day

In this episode, we unearth the hidden heroes of the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion who helped liberate Europe.

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3. Dunkirk

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

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4. Battle of the Bulge

he original Black Panthers, an elite tank unit, pushed back Hitler’s final advance. Their war experiences later inspired civil rights movements.

Cast

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Idris Elba

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