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Historian, writer and author Dave Gutierrez shares the stories of Latino Americans who have served this nation. Stories of patriotic men and women who came from Latino communities of this...
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Historian, writer and author Dave Gutierrez shares the stories of Latino Americans who have served this nation. Stories of patriotic men and women who came from Latino communities of this country to defend America in a time of war.
In each episode Gutierrez shines a light on stories that have remained in the shadows of history. Each story takes us on a historical journey of discovery on heroic Latino Americans in defense of their country.
Gutierrez's book Patriots from the Barrio: the true story of Company E 141st Infantry, tells the true story of the only all Mexican American US Army unit in WWII. The book was named one of the top history books of all time by Book Riot. Gutierrez has been featured at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans and appeared in the PBS Documentary, American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos.
Hollywood Actor/Producer Wilmer Valderrama's production company has obtained the film rights to Patriots from the Barrio with plans for a future film based on the true story.
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In each episode Gutierrez shines a light on stories that have remained in the shadows of history. Each story takes us on a historical journey of discovery on heroic Latino Americans in defense of their country.
Gutierrez's book Patriots from the Barrio: the true story of Company E 141st Infantry, tells the true story of the only all Mexican American US Army unit in WWII. The book was named one of the top history books of all time by Book Riot. Gutierrez has been featured at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans and appeared in the PBS Documentary, American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos.
Hollywood Actor/Producer Wilmer Valderrama's production company has obtained the film rights to Patriots from the Barrio with plans for a future film based on the true story.
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5 AUG 2025 · Historian and author Dave Gutierrez welcomes guest author Yvette Benavidez Garcia to the show to discuss her book Tango Mike Mike. The book details her father Medal of Honor recipient Master Sergeant Roy P. Benavidez. Yvette gives us insight into the life of one of the most recognized Hispanic Medal of Honor recipients.
Yvette Benavidez Garcia - Tango Mike Mike book:
https://www.amazon.com/Tango-Mike-Master-Sergeant-Benavidez/dp/0998911712/
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27 JUN 2025 · Historian and author Dave Gutierrez discusses Sgt. Ramon Gutierrez who served in Company E 141st Infantry 36th Division during WWII. In part 2, Dave takes us from the barrios of Texas to the front lines in some of the most horric battles in Italy during WWII. Grandson Henry Ozuna joins the show and discusses his granfather's heroic action during operation Avalanche at Salerno.
In 2011 the Mexican American Veterans Association (MAVA) of Wichita Falls Texas named Sgt Ramon Gutierrez their Veteran of the Year.
In 2025 Texas State Rep Wes Virdell introuduce resolution HCR 115, the nomination of Sgt. Ramon Gutierrez for the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor.
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26 JUN 2025 · Historian and author Dave Gutierrez discusses Sgt. Ramon Gutierrez who served in Company E 141st Infantry 36th Division during WWII. In part 1, Dave takes us through the segregation of Mexican Americans during the Great Depression and some of the men of Company E that served in the only all Mexican American US Army unit in WWII. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
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21 JUN 2025 · Author Dave Gutierrez takes his Spreaker Supporter Club sponsors on a behind the scene tour of Patriots from the Barrio podcast. Gutierrez details upcoming episodes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
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6 JUN 2025 · Historian and author Dave Gutierrez highlights this bonus episode on the story of Mexican American paratrooper Francisco C. Garza of Calvert Texas who served with 508th Parachute Infantry Regimnet in the 82nd Airborne Division during the D-Day landings at Normandy France. Also highlighted is Alfredo N. Guzman of El Paso Texas who also served in the unit.
The 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment Association website:
http://508pir.org/index.htm Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
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26 MAY 2025 · Memorial Day Special
Author Dave Gutierrez highlights Latino veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
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7 MAY 2025 · In Episode 2 of Patriots from the Barrio Podcast, historian and author Dave Gutierrez shares the true story of Lt. Oscar F. Perdomo, the last American Ace in a day of WWII. Oscar's inspirational story of a Mexican American overcoming many obstacles just to become an officer and a pilot in the US Army Air Corp is chronicled. Gutierrez breaks down Lt. Perdomo’s historic aerial combat mission in his P-47 Thunderbolt that also earned him the Distinguished Service Cross. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
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30 APR 2025 · In Episode 1 of Patriots from the Barrio Podcast, historian and author Dave Gutierrez shares the story of Medal of Honor recipient Silvestre Herrera. Herrera's unique story of a Mexican national awarded the Medal of Honor for his courageous action on the battlefield during WWII has inspired generations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
25 APR 2025 · We are 5 days away from the "PREMIERE" episode of Patriots from the Barrio.
Author Dave Gutierrez details the true story of Medal of Honor recipient Silvestre Herrera.
Herrera, born in Mexico had no obligation to serve in the U.S. military during WWII, yet Herrera enlisted anyway becoming the first Arizona resident to be awarded the medal of honor during WWII.
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22 APR 2025 · I am looking forward to bringing you the true stories of Latino veterans who have served our country.
For decades Latinos have asked the question: Where are our stories?
It's one of the reasons why I wrote the true story of the only all Mexican American U.S. Army unit in WWII. It is very important for us to share these stories of our courageous men and women that have contributed significantly to our nation's history. Our stories inspire all Americans, Latino history is American history. We are using the Patriots from the Barrio podcast to promote and educate on Latino veterans and hoping we inspire others to share their stories. Looking forward to bringing you these inspiring stories and connecting with our audience.
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21 JUN 2025 · Author Dave Gutierrez takes his Spreaker Supporter Club sponsors on a behind the scene tour of Patriots from the Barrio podcast. Gutierrez details upcoming episodes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/patriots-from-the-barrio--6446284/support.
Historian, writer and author Dave Gutierrez shares the stories of Latino Americans who have served this nation. Stories of patriotic men and women who came from Latino communities of this...
show more
Historian, writer and author Dave Gutierrez shares the stories of Latino Americans who have served this nation. Stories of patriotic men and women who came from Latino communities of this country to defend America in a time of war.
In each episode Gutierrez shines a light on stories that have remained in the shadows of history. Each story takes us on a historical journey of discovery on heroic Latino Americans in defense of their country.
Gutierrez's book Patriots from the Barrio: the true story of Company E 141st Infantry, tells the true story of the only all Mexican American US Army unit in WWII. The book was named one of the top history books of all time by Book Riot. Gutierrez has been featured at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans and appeared in the PBS Documentary, American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos.
Hollywood Actor/Producer Wilmer Valderrama's production company has obtained the film rights to Patriots from the Barrio with plans for a future film based on the true story.
show less
In each episode Gutierrez shines a light on stories that have remained in the shadows of history. Each story takes us on a historical journey of discovery on heroic Latino Americans in defense of their country.
Gutierrez's book Patriots from the Barrio: the true story of Company E 141st Infantry, tells the true story of the only all Mexican American US Army unit in WWII. The book was named one of the top history books of all time by Book Riot. Gutierrez has been featured at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans and appeared in the PBS Documentary, American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos.
Hollywood Actor/Producer Wilmer Valderrama's production company has obtained the film rights to Patriots from the Barrio with plans for a future film based on the true story.
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| Author | Dave Gutierrez |
| Organization | Dave Gutierrez |
| Categories | History , Books , Documentary |
| Website | authordavegutierrez.com |
| writer@authordavegutierrez.com |
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