History And Railroads Podcast

Montford Point Marines Louis Massengale and Jimmy Hargrove sit down with host Patricia Williams and explain how they originally met and when and how they joined the Marine Corp. Send us Fan Mail

In this part-2 episode hosted by Patricia Williams, both Louis Massengale and Jimmy Hargrove explain where and what they did after the war was over and also touched on the racism and discrimination they endured during those times. Send us Fan Mail

Montford Point Marines Louis Massengale and Jimmy Hargrove expound on their family lives and what it means to be part of the Montford Point Marines in this part-3 interview with host Patricia Williams. Send us Fan Mail

Dr. Ruth M. Jackson, University Of California Riverside - Emeritus Librarian sits down for a fascinating one on one interview discussing The Tuskegee Airmen fighter pilots aka (Red Tails) and why their contributions, along with the ground support crews during WWII were so important, not only to Black history, but American history. Dr. Jackson also delves into her roll and involvement developing Th...

Retired Navy Veteran Johnny J. Vickers sits down for part-1 of a 6 part interview session discussing the history of the WWII Tuskegee Airmen pilots, as well his cousin William T. Mattison, who was also a Tuskegee Airmen (Red Tail) pilot who saw action during WWII. Send us Fan Mail

Retired Navy Veteran Johnny J. Vickers continues his 6 part interview session with more details about the WWII Tuskegee Airmen pilots, his cousin William T. Mattison and the racism the Tuskegee Airmen went through both abroad and in America. Send us Fan Mail

In part-3, Retired Navy Veteran Johnny J. Vickers continues his interview session with more details about the WWII Tuskegee Airmen pilots, his cousin William T. Mattison, and life in the town of Conway, Arkansas where he an his cousin grew up. Send us Fan Mail

In this part-4 interview, Retired Navy Veteran Johnny J. Vickers talks about his cousin (William T. Mattison) and the other WWII Tuskegee Airmen pilots return to the states and the racism and discrimination they faced. Send us Fan Mail

Retired Navy Veteran Johnny J. Vickers talks about his cousin (William T. Mattison) and why the history of the Tuskegee Airmen, their accolades and what they accomplished during WWII should be known by all Americans. Send us Fan Mail

Retired Navy Veteran Johnny J. Vickers displays census records and family history showing the link between his cousin (William T. Mattison) and himself. Bonus material includes family member Uncle Ernest McAfee who served as a support mechanic for the Tuskegee Airmen. Send us Fan Mail

This is part-1 of a 6 part video series about the 2013 launching of the Montford Point Marine Mobile Landing Platform Ceremony that took place at the Nassco / General Dynamics shipyard in San Diego, CA Send us Fan Mail

This is part-2 of the 6 part video series on the launching of the Montford Point Marine Mobile Landing Platform Ceremony featuring Master of Ceremonies: Jim Gill & President of NASSCO / General Dynamics: Fred Harris. Send us Fan Mail

In this part 3 video of the launching of the Montford Point Marine Mobile Landing Platform Ceremony we hear from the President of NASSCO / General Dynamics: Fred Harris; US Congresswoman: Susan Davis; State Senator:Juan Vargas and Congressman: Scott Peters. Send us Fan Mail

In this part 4 video of the launching of the Montford Point Marine Mobile Landing Platform Ceremony, Master Of Ceremony: Jim Gill introduces guest speakers Rear Admiral: David Lewis and Rear Admiral: Mark Busby. Send us Fan Mail

In this part 5 video Marine General James Amos talks about the history of the 20,000 Montford Point Marines who joined the Marine Corps, the launching of the MPM Landing Platform Ship and the Congressional Gold medals given to the Montford Point Marines. Send us Fan Mail

This Part-6 video concludes the Montford Point Marine Ship Launch Ceremony and features: Marine General - James Amos, and Montford Point Ship Sponsor - Alexis "Jackie" Bolden. Send us Fan Mail

Director - Melvin Graham and Producer - Darry Vickers address the Montford Point Marines Association members prior to interviewing the Original Montford Point Marines during Black History month, plus a BTS listen with the MPM Association, and interviews with Marine General: James Amos and Congresswoman: Susan Davis. Send us Fan Mail

Host Patricia Williams interviews Montford Point Marine Edward Q. Hicks who talks about his first meal as a Marine, the many jobs he held while enlisted, and his near death experience. Also his thoughts on receiving the Congressional Gold Medal, as well as the legacy he's leaving to his children and grandchildren. Send us Fan Mail

Montford Point Marine Joseph Carpenter talks about his time as a clerk working at Marine Headquarters as well as facing Jim Crow laws and discrimination while serving the country and in the Marine Corps. Hosted by Patricia Williams. Send us Fan Mail

Host Patricia Williams conducts an interview with Montford Point Marine William Foreman, who discusses his life and experiences after joining the Marine Corp. Send us Fan Mail

Host Patricia Williams interviews Montford Point Marine James "Rudy" Carter who talks about his fast rise to the rank of Sergeant after joining the Marines as well as the significance of the pin on his cap. Send us Fan Mail

Montford Point Marine shares his thoughts on why the Montford Point Marines are so important to not only Black History, but American History. And offers his advice to young men wanting a career, to join the Marines. Hosted by Patricia Williams. Send us Fan Mail

In this part 2 clip Montford Point Marine Robert Hammond, interviewed by, Patricia Williams talks about finally being assigned to Montford Point, and helping to initiate the necessary public health regulations on the base on behalf of the Black Marines. Also the Montford Point Marine marching style. Send us Fan Mail

In this part 1 interview, host Patricia Williams interviews Montford Point Marine Robert Hammond who talks about enlisting in the Navy, seeing and witnessing racism and discrimination for first time and entering the Navy's Hospital Corp. school. Send us Fan Mail

Montford Point Marine Allen Williams, hosted by Patricia Williams talks about enlisting in the Marines, the jobs and places he served, his time as a boxer and fighting Joe Louis and his advice to today's younger marines and the younger generations. Send us Fan Mail