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From Racially Segregated Savannah to Nuclear Missile Crew Commander (426)
Season 31 · Episode 426

From Racially Segregated Savannah to Nuclear Missile Crew Commander (426)

Driven by a desire to improve his circumstances and influenced by friends, Dennis enlisted in the Air Force at the age of 19.

Cold War Conversations Podcast

October 17, 202556m 53s

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Show Notes

Dennis Greene, is a former Air Force officer, who shares his incredible journey from a challenging childhood in segregated Savannah, Georgia to a distinguished military career.

He reflects on his early inspirations, the realities of growing up in a segregated South, and the lessons learned throughout his US military service.

Dennis discusses the significance of teamwork, overcoming adversity, and the pivotal moments that shaped his life, including his experiences in boot camp, missile training, and the complexities of race within the US military.

Episode extras including videos here ⁠⁠⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/episode426/⁠


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