

Episode 202 - Herman Perry, The Jungle King Part 1: Hell Gate
Apr 4, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Jordan Holmes, co-host of the Knowledge Fight podcast and a comedic voice on military history, dives into the life of Herman Perry, a World War II soldier. They explore Perry's tumultuous upbringing amidst Jim Crow laws and his complex identity shaped by systemic racism. The conversation sheds light on the harsh realities Black soldiers faced in the military and the absurdities of war, including personal challenges during the draft and his mission on the infamous Lido Road. Laughs meet history in this captivating narrative.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Complex Legacy of Herman Perry
01:36 • 9min
Reflections on Job Freedom and Historical Struggles
10:58 • 4min
Herman Perry: A Struggle Against Systemic Racism
14:56 • 6min
Wartime Persona: The Burdens of the Draft
21:12 • 12min
Racial Discrimination in WWII Military Service
33:32 • 5min
Struggles of Black Soldiers in WWII
38:50 • 16min
Lido Road: A Military Odyssey
54:53 • 5min
Corruption and Conflict: The Ill-Fated Road to Hell Gate
01:00:21 • 5min