LTC (Ret.) Richard Crossley, U.S. Army Retired and Director of JROTC Programs for Fort Worth ISD, along with his wife, Gail D. Crossley, will proudly represent the Texas 6888th Project.



The Yellow Roses from Texas Take the Nation’s Capitol. LTC (Ret.) Richard Crossley, U.S. Army Retired and Director of JROTC Programs for Fort Worth ISD, along with his wife, Gail D. Crossley, will proudly represent the Texas 6888th Project. Link: https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/fort-worth/article303781866.html

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – History is blooming in Washington, D.C., and Fort Worth is sending its finest to help celebrate it.

LTC (Ret.) Richard Crossley, U.S. Army Retired and Director of JROTC Programs for Fort Worth ISD, along with his wife, Gail D. Crossley, will proudly represent the Texas 6888th Project at the long-awaited Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring the heroic women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—the only all-Black, all-female battalion deployed overseas during World War II. This historic ceremony will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.



The Texas 6888th Project is a signature initiative of the Institute for the Study of Black Military Heritage, based in Fort Worth, Texas. The Institute is dedicated to uncovering, preserving, and uplifting the powerful—and often overlooked—stories of African American military service members, particularly Black women, whose courage and commitment changed the course of American history. From archival research and storytelling to public education and youth engagement, the Institute ensures these legacies are not only remembered—but revered.

In a groundbreaking effort to preserve these stories for generations to come, the Institute has partnered with the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress. Together, they are collecting and archiving the personal narratives of African American veterans, including members of the 6888th. This collaboration will ensure these extraordinary stories are housed in the Library of Congress in perpetuity, accessible to scholars, students, and citizens around the world.



Also joining the Texas delegation are the Little Miss 6888th Historians—a remarkable group of young girls from across Texas who have spent months researching, studying, and presenting the lives of the Texas members of the 6888th, affectionately known as the “Yellow Roses from Texas.” Dressed in period-inspired uniforms and proudly carrying the stories of these unsung heroes, these young historians represent the next generation of historical stewards and civic leaders.

In addition to the Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony, the Texas 6888th delegation will participate in a full slate of commemorative events, including:
• A 6888th Reunion Reception at the Library of Congress
• A Luncheon Honoring the Battalion, where stories, memories, and legacies will be shared
• A Spiritual Ceremony at the MLK Stone of Hope, honoring the faith and resilience that carried these women through adversity.



“We are deeply honored to welcome LTC Crossley and his wife on this sacred and historic journey,” said Pastor Kyev Tatum, Founding Director of the Texas 6888th Project and the Institute for the Study of Black Military Heritage on the campus of the New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Worth. “This isn’t just about honoring the past—it’s about shaping the future. From seasoned military leaders to little historians, this is a powerful moment where generations unite to carry the torch of remembrance and resilience.”


The Yellow Roses from Texas are blooming once more—this time on the national stage, their legacy forever preserved in the heart of our nation’s archives.

Follow the journey and learn more:
Contact Pastor Kyev Tatum
Phone: 817-966-7625
Email: kptatum1@gmail.com
Website: www.newmountrose.com

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