New World A'Coming

Heroes of the Sky

English · History, Radio

New World A'Coming was a documentary radio series that brought the lives and experiences of Black Americans to the air. Its broadcasts drew on real people and events, presenting stories of community, history, and contemporary life.

The program used dramatic narration and reenactment to make its subjects vivid for listeners. The episode title “Heroes of the Sky” points to a focus on Black aviators, placing their achievements within the broader story of Black life and history.

The series combines documentary purpose with the immediacy of radio drama. Its emphasis on lived experience and historical perspective offers a distinctive way to hear stories that were often overlooked in mainstream broadcasting.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.