"Idris Elba Uncovers Forgotten WWII Heroes of Color in New Nat Geo Series"
Idris Elba narrates and executive produces the National Geographic docuseries "Erased: WW2’s Heroes of Color," which highlights the overlooked contributions of over 8 million soldiers of color during World War II. The series, premiering ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day, uses archival footage, interviews, and reenactments to tell stories like that of the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion and Force K6. It aims to shed light on the bravery and struggles of these soldiers, who often returned home to continued racial discrimination despite their heroism.