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WWII's Secret Firefighters: A Flyover Honors Sgt. Joe Harris and the All-Black Triple Nickles

Sgt. Joe Harris, a member of the all-Black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion (Triple Nickles), who died at 108, will be honored Saturday with a military flyover; the Triple Nickles were elite paratroopers who secretly fought wildfires started by Japanese balloon bombs during WWII, completing 1,200 ...

WWII's Secret Firefighters: A Flyover Honors Sgt. Joe Harris and the All-Black Triple Nickles

Sgt. Joe Harris, a member of the all-Black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion (Triple Nickles), who died at 108, will be honored Saturday with a military flyover; the Triple Nickles were elite paratroopers who secretly fought wildfires started by Japanese balloon bombs during WWII, completing 1,200 ...

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How did the racial context of World War II influence the opportunities and experiences of the Triple Nickles, and what challenges did they face?

The Triple Nickles' mission, Operation Firefly, highlights the racism faced by Black soldiers during WWII, who were often relegated to non-combat roles despite their capabilities. Their exceptional service in firefighting and bomb disposal underscores their patriotism and the injustice of their limited opportunities. Their story, despite attempts to erase it, is a testament to their courage and resilience.

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WWII's 'Triple Nickles': A Hero's Funeral and a Legacy of Hidden Valor

Sgt. Joe Harris, a 108-year-old member of the all-Black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion ("Triple Nickles"), will receive a full military funeral Saturday, featuring a flyover; the unit secretly fought wildfires started by Japanese balloon bombs during WWII.

WWII's 'Triple Nickles': A Hero's Funeral and a Legacy of Hidden Valor

Sgt. Joe Harris, a 108-year-old member of the all-Black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion ("Triple Nickles"), will receive a full military funeral Saturday, featuring a flyover; the unit secretly fought wildfires started by Japanese balloon bombs during WWII.

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What was the significance of the all-Black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion's role in World War II, and what impact does their largely unknown story have today?

During World War II, the all-Black 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, known as the "Triple Nickles," secretly fought wildfires caused by Japanese balloon bombs. Their 1,200 jumps resulted in only one fatality. Sgt. Joe Harris, a member who passed away at 108, will receive a military funeral Saturday, featuring a flyover.

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