World War II

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Black WWII vet denied Purple Heart due to racism receives medal 77 years later

Nearly 80 years after he was injured in World War II, a Black veteran was honored with a long-overdue Purple

Biba Adams / June 30, 2021

World War II vet and Austin, Tex., resident Richard Overton, died on Thursday, leaving behind a legacy as a centenarian

Kia Morgan-Smith / December 28, 2018

Entertainment Inspiration News Video

theGRIO REPORT - Richard Overton, take a bow. Overton, the oldest living World War II vet, celebrated his 109th birthday

TheGrio Staff / May 6, 2015

Black History News Slideshow

theGRIO REPORT - When Allies hit the beaches of Normandy 70 years ago this week, there were black soldiers, but

Willjwrightblog / June 6, 2014

Memorial Day News Video

OPINION - My job is about passion. It’s a passion to lead. It’s a passion to succeed. And it’s a

Willjwrightblog / May 24, 2014

News

theGRIO REPORT - Photos have surfaced from a deeply offensive display at a Minneapolis restaurant from this past January...

TheGrio Staff / March 20, 2014

Inspiration News Video

VIDEO - It's not unusual when two war veterans get together to chat about old times. But it is

TheGrio Staff / December 25, 2013