A Marine Reflects On War & Finding Purpose / The Black Experience Of WWII

This podcast episode explores the complex and contradictory nature of war, highlighting the psychological toll on soldiers, the challenges faced by commanders, and the emotional turmoil experienced by veterans upon returning home. It also delves into the discrimination and mistreatment faced by black Americans who wanted to serve in the military during World War II, and the significant contributions of African-Americans to the Allied victory. The episode concludes by discussing the role of black veterans in the fight for civil rights and reviewing the film "The Killer" directed by David Fincher.