Wallace Terry

About the Author

Wallace Terry was a pioneering journalist and author whose work illuminated the experiences of African Americans in times of war and social upheaval. Born in 1938 in Michigan, he rose to prominence as a reporter for Time and Newsweek, covering the Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War with unflinching honesty. His seminal book, Bloods: Black Veterans of the Vietnam War: An Oral History, captures the raw voices of Black soldiers who fought in a conflict that both ignored and exploited them, blending oral testimonies with insightful commentary to reveal the intersections of race, duty, and trauma. Terry's commitment to amplifying marginalized narratives extended to his television work and activism, leaving a legacy that continues to educate and inspire readers on the human cost of history's overlooked battles.