When Doves Fly: Honoring the Legacy of the 6888th. By Pastor Kyev Tatum

 



When Doves Fly: Honoring the Legacy of the 6888th. Matthew 3:16

By Pastor Kyev Tatum


When doves fly, the heavens sing,

Carrying echoes of courage on snow-white wings.

Through time and trial, they paved the way,

Breaking barriers, forging a brighter day.


With steady hands and steadfast grace,

They sorted hope in a war-torn place.

Through letters lost and love delayed,

Their duty called, and they obeyed.


Through Europe’s cold and shadows deep,

They toiled so weary hearts might keep

A touch of home, a whispered prayer,

A mother’s love, a soldier’s care.


No banners waved, no cheers arose,

Yet in their work, the victory shows.

Seventeen million voices strong,

They proved that justice waits too long.


And now we stand where freedom calls,

In Emancipation’s hallowed halls.

A medal gleams, the past made right,

Their names now bathed in golden light.


When doves fly high above D.C.,

Their spirits rise eternally.

For in their flight, the truth is known,

Their legacy forever sown.


Background 

When doves fly, they symbolize peace, freedom, hope, and divine presence across cultures and faith traditions. In the context of the When Doves Fly ceremony honoring the 6888th Battalion, the flight of doves carries deep meaning:

1. Peace and Reconciliation,  Doves have long been a biblical symbol of peace, as seen in Genesis 8:11, when a dove carrying an olive branch signaled the end of the flood. The ceremony represents the nation’s recognition and reconciliation with the past, acknowledging the service of Black women who were once overlooked.

2. Honor and Remembrance, When doves take flight, they represent the spirits of those who have passed soaring toward eternity. The women of the 6888th, many of whom are no longer with us, are being honored in a way that ensures their legacy will live on.

3. Divine Presence and Approval, In Matthew 3:16, the Holy Spirit descended like a dove at Jesus’ baptism, symbolizing God’s blessing. The release of doves in this ceremony signifies a divine affirmation of the work and sacrifices made by these trailblazing women.

4. Freedom and Justice, Doves in flight represent liberation from oppression. The Six Triple Eight broke racial and gender barriers, and their long-overdue Congressional Gold Medal serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and justice.

5. Hope for the Future, Doves flying into the sky remind us to look forward, just as the 6888th paved the way for future generations. Their recognition ensures that history will not forget their contributions, inspiring young people to serve with courage and resilience.


In short, When Doves Fly is more than just a moment, it is a sacred symbol of recognition, redemption, and remembrance, lifting the legacy of the 6888th Battalion into history and eternity.



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