Fort Worth Delegation and Descendants to Participate in Historic 6888th Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony in Washington, D.C.



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April 16, 2025


Fort Worth Delegation and Descendants to Participate in Historic 6888th Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony in Washington, D.C.



Honoring the Only All-Black, All-Female Battalion to Serve Overseas During World War II


Washington, D.C. | April 29–30, 2025 — The Fort Worth Delegation and Descendants will travel to the nation’s capital to participate in the long-awaited Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring the trailblazing women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—widely known as the Six Triple Eight—the only all-Black, all-female battalion to serve overseas in World War II.



The solemn and celebratory two-day national tribute will include:

• The Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony at the United States Capitol

• The National 6888th Reception and Luncheon with descendants, dignitaries, and military leaders

• A Sacred Service of Remembrance at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Stone of Hope Memorial on the National Mall

• A special youth tribute by Little Miss 6888th at the Library of Congress Veterans History Project




According to the Buffalo Soldier Educational and Historical Committee, 43 courageous women from Texas served in the 6888th Battalion. Among them, three heroic women were residents of Fort Worth at the time of their enlistment:

• Technician Fifth Grade Florence Marie Rawls (née Cole) – Enlisted in the WAAC in 1942 and transitioned to the WAC in 1943.

• Sergeant First Class Helen Beatrice Minor – Enlisted in the WAC in 1943.

• Sergeant Lucille Smith (née Lewis) – Enlisted in the WAC in 1943.


At the time of their enlistment, Florence worked as a nursemaid, Helen as a waitress, and Lucille as a teacher. All three women were unmarried and without children, yet stepped forward with courage to serve their country during wartime.



Fort Worth Delegation Members Include:

1. Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr.

2. Mrs. Tonya R. Tatum

3. LTC (Ret.) Richard Crossley, Jr.

4. Mrs. Gail D. Crossley

5. Ms. Sandra Y. Davis and Children

6. Minister Derrick Johnson

7. Veteran Ms. Alexandria Smith

8. Miss Torie Monroe Hunter – Little Miss 6888th

9. Miss Kailey Williams




The Fort Worth Delegation and Descendants stand united with families, veterans, and freedom fighters across the nation to honor these unsung heroines. Their legacy of service, sacrifice, and resilience will not be forgotten as their stories are preserved and passed on to future generations.



For More Information, Please Contact:

Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr.

Phone: 817-966-7625

Email: kptatum1@gmail.com

Website: www.newmountrose.com


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