Joe Harris
Joe Harris was a member of the elite 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, known as the 'Triple Nickles,' who served during World War II. He was one of the first Black soldiers to jump into dangerous firebombs during a secret mission called Operation Firefly, demonstrating remarkable bravery and resilience. Harris's extraordinary military career included 72 jumps, and he was honorably discharged after being injured in combat. He lived to be 108 years old, passing away in Los Angeles, and was celebrated for breaking barriers in a segregated military.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 2 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +10% | 331,002,651 | 162,329 | $21,000,000 | 10,299$ |
| Totals | 2 | 331,002,651 | 162,329 | $21,000,000 | 10,299$ |
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Sgt. Joe Harris, who was part of an elite group of Black paratroopers during World War II, was laid to rest over the weekend at the age of 108.
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United States:
Sgt. Joe Harris was one of the elite Black paratroopers who served in World War II and was laid to rest at the age of 108.
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