SIGNED, SEALED & DELIVERED: Public Law 117-97, the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.

 



SIGNED, SEALED & DELIVERED: Public Law 117-97, the ‘Six Triple Eight’ Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021. By Pastor Kyev Tatum, Texas 6888th Project


WASHINGTON, DC - On March 14, 2022, the United States Congress officially recognized the extraordinary service of the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, known as the Six Triple Eight, by enacting Public Law 117-97, the “Six Triple Eight” Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.



During World War II, amidst mounting backlogs of undelivered mail to American troops in Europe, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights leader Mary McLeod Bethune championed the need for Black women to serve in the war effort. Their advocacy led to the creation of the Women’s Army Corps (WAC), which, despite facing racial and gender discrimination, established a unit that would make history.





On July 1, 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed legislation granting the WAC official military status, paving the way for Black women to take on critical roles in the war effort. Among them was the Six Triple Eight, an all-Black, all-female battalion tasked with sorting and delivering millions of pieces of undelivered mail in Europe under grueling conditions. Facing harsh weather, long hours, and segregation, these trailblazing women worked tirelessly to boost the morale of American soldiers stationed abroad.



Nearly 80 years later, Congress honored their courage, resilience, and dedication by awarding them the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the nation’s highest civilian honors. The act, signed into law by President Joe Biden, ensures that the legacy of the Six Triple Eight is remembered as a pivotal chapter in American military history.



In Texas, the Texas 6888th Project is expanding on this recognition by ensuring that these women’s contributions are honored and remembered at the state level. Led by Pastor Kyev Tatum in collaboration with the Ministers Justice Coalition of Texas, New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church, The Texas Buffalo Soldiers Association, and historian RosieLeetta Reed, this initiative has secured a state resolution commemorating the battalion’s service.



The project also includes a significant effort to replace the headstone of one of the battalion’s members, ensuring that she is honored with the dignity she deserves. Additionally, the Six Triple Eight story is being featured in art exhibitions, showcasing its impact on history and inspiring future generations.



A key part of this artistic tribute is the 6888th Portrait Project, Signed, Sealed, and Delivered, a powerful art series created by 11-year-old child prodigy artist Miss Torie Monroe Hunter of Fort Worth, Texas. Through her paintings, Miss Torie brings to life the spirit and determination of the women of the Six Triple Eight, ensuring that their legacy is preserved not only in historical records but also in visual storytelling.


With ongoing efforts to educate and engage communities, the Texas 6888th Project continues to shine a light on the bravery and service of these remarkable women, ensuring that their contributions to history are never forgotten.


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