Henry Sledge is the son of renowned author Eugene Sledge, who wrote With the Old Breed at Peleliu and Okinawa and China Marine. While growing up, he witnessed his father’s memoir take form and come to life. Through many conversations with his father about his experiences across the islands of the Pacific, Henry formed a deep and abiding passion for all aspects of World War II history.

Henry has worked as a consultant for Valor Studios and has been published in Valor and Naval History Magazine. His most recent article was the cover story for the Autumn 2022 issue of World War II magazine. He has co-hosted numerous WWII podcasts and has appeared as a guest on numerous other talk shows and documentaries, such as “The We Happy Few Podcast,” “The WWII Podcast,” “The We Have Ways Podcast,” “Tall Tales With Taco,” “WW2 TV,” and “Reel History.” He holds a BA from Auburn University and has over twenty years of experience in the heavy equipment industry.