Honoring History: The Remarkable Six Triple Eight Black Women's WWII Unit Awarded Congressional Gold Medal

The "Six Triple Eight," the sole all-Black female unit to serve in Europe during World War II, received the Congressional Gold Medal on Tuesday, a testament to long-standing advocacy. The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion resolved a critical mail crisis, efficiently sorting 17 million pieces in just three months. House Speaker Mike Johnson praised their efforts, with descendants recalling their valor. This acknowledgment highlights the vital yet frequently unrecognized roles these extraordinary women played in military history.