History's Secret Heroes: Series 2: Flying High with Johnny Smythe
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The Silent Warrior: Johnny Smythe's Untold Story
This chapter uncovers the silence of Johnny Smythe about his wartime experiences, leading to a revelation of his remarkable journey as one of the first black airmen in the Royal Air Force during World War II. It delves into the racial barriers faced by non-white individuals in British armed forces and the eventual inclusion of colonial subjects in the military.
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