Idris Elba's Docuseries Sheds Light on WWII Soldiers of Color

'Erased: WW2's Heroes of Color' explores the overlooked contributions of minority soldiers during pivotal battles.

Elba's personal connection to the project stems from his grandfather's undocumented WWII service.
The series highlights units like the all-Black 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion and Indian mule handlers at Dunkirk.
Archival footage, interviews, and reenactments bring these untold stories to life.
The docuseries aims to correct historical inaccuracies and honor the bravery of soldiers of color.
Episodes will be available on National Geographic, Disney+, and Hulu.