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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Patriots from the Barrio: Episode 6 - Bernardo de Galvez
Bernardo de Gálvez and the American Revolution: Leadership That Helped Secure a Nation.
Most Americans have never heard his name.
Yet Bernardo de Gálvez helped lead one of the most important campaigns of the American Revolution.
In this special episode of Patriots from the Barrio, we follow the remarkable story of the Spanish governor who carried the war up the Mississippi River, captured Fort Bute, Fort New Richmond, Natchez, and Mobile, and ultimately launched the campaign that broke British power in West Florida.
From hurricanes in the Gulf... to the famous "Yo Solo" moment at Pensacola Harbor... to the longest continuous siege of the American Revolution... this episode brings to life one of history's most overlooked military leaders.
Discover how Gálvez's victory at Pensacola changed the strategic balance of the war, how Spanish diplomacy and intelligence reached George Washington through Juan de Miralles, Francisco Rendón, and Francisco Saavedra, and how events on the Gulf Coast helped shape the road to Yorktown.
This is the story of leadership, determination, diplomacy, and sacrifice. It is also the story of a man honored by King Carlos III, remembered by George Washington, recognized by the Continental Congress, and ultimately granted honorary United States citizenship more than two centuries after his death. Join us as we uncover the extraordinary life and legacy of Bernardo de Gálvez. Because some of the most important stories in American history... ...have remained in the shadows.
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5 Aug 2025
Patriots from the Barrio: Episode 5 - MSG Roy Benavidez
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.
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27 Jun 2025
Patriots from the Barrio: Episode 4 - Sgt Ramon G. Gutierrez part 2
Historian Dave Gutierrez discusses Sergeant Ramon Gutierrez's experiences in Company E during World War II, highlighting his heroic actions in Italy, in this interview episode.
26 Jun 2025
Patriots from the Barrio: Episode 3 Sgt. Ramon G. Gutierrez part 1
Historian Dave Gutierrez illuminates the segregation faced by Mexican Americans during the Great Depression and introduces the soldiers of Company E, an all-Mexican American unit in WWII, in an interview about Sgt. Ramon Gutierrez.
6 Jun 2025
D-Day Anniversary Bonus Episode - PFC Francisco C. Garza
Historian Dave Gutierrez shares the stories of Mexican American paratroopers Francisco C. Garza and Alfredo N. Guzman who served in the 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment during the D-Day landings in Normandy, France; this is an interview.
26 May 2025
Memorial Day Special 2025
Author Dave Gutierrez honors Latino veterans who bravely sacrificed their lives for their country in this Memorial Day special episode.
7 May 2025
Patriots from the Barrio: Episode 2 - Lt Oscar F Perdomo
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.
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30 Apr 2025
Patriots from the Barrio - Episode 1: Silvestre Herrera
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.
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11 Apr 2025
Patriots from the Barrio Podcast Announcement 2025
Historian, writer, and author Dave Gutierrez announces new podcast that focuses on historical Latino veterans: Patriots from the Barrio Podcast
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