HOPE IN AN ENVELOPE: The Ongoing Legacy of the Texas 6888th Project and the Rise of Little Miss 6888th in Fort Worth, Texas. By Black Texans, Inc.

 


HOPE IN AN ENVELOPE: The Ongoing Legacy of the Texas 6888th Project and the Rise of Little Miss 6888th in Fort Worth, Texas. By Black Texans, Inc.



FORT WORTH, TEXAS - Since its inception in 2022, the Texas 6888th Project has blossomed into a long-standing movement of remembrance, education, and empowerment. What began as a simple tribute has grown into a statewide initiative that continues to honor the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—America’s only all-Black, all-female unit deployed overseas during World War II. Their extraordinary commitment to duty—sorting millions of backlogged letters and packages to uplift the spirits of soldiers fighting on foreign soil—has become the spark behind a growing flame of pride and purpose in Texas and beyond.


From the moment we declared “Over My Dead Body” in tribute to Major Charity Adams and her battalion on Veterans Day 2022, the Texas 6888th Project has committed itself to preserving, promoting, and protecting the legacy of these unsung heroines. Each event and milestone since has reaffirmed that their courage was not in vain—it is a legacy that continues to breathe life into the next generation.


And with that mission came the birth of the Little Miss 6888th, a youth group—a vibrant and visionary extension of the project that equips young girls, particularly in underserved communities, to walk in the footsteps of these trailblazing women. Representing resilience, responsibility, and radiance, Little Miss 6888th is the future of the movement, ensuring that the story of the 6888th Battalion is not only remembered but lived through acts of service, scholarship, and sisterhood.



A Timeline of Triumphs




  • November 11, 2022 | Over My Dead Body — A stirring Veterans Day tribute to Major Charity Adams and the 6888th Battalion, laying the foundation for future observances.



  • February 15, 2024 | The Grit, The Guts, and Now The Glory — A Black History Month celebration, recognizing the strength and sacrifice of the 6888th.


  • December 27, 2024 | Over My Dead Body (Kwanzaa Edition) — Honoring the legacy of the 6888th during the season of reflection and unity.




  • February 12, 2025 | The George W. Bush Presidential Center pays tribute to the battalion in Dallas, a significant moment of national recognition.


  • April 28–30, 2025 | The 6888th Battalion receives the Congressional Gold Medal in Washington, DC—securing their place among the greatest heroes in American history.


  • May 22, 2025 | The Texas State Capitol honors the 6888th and 44 Texans who served with distinction—recognizing their unique contribution to the Lone Star State.



  • May 24, 2025 | A Memorial Day Celebration in historic Pelham, Texas, a Freedman’s Town founded in 1866, featuring tributes to the Buffalo Soldiers, Tuskegee Airmen, and the 6888th Battalion.



  • November 8, 2025 | A Reason to Remember the Black Roses of East Texas — Honoring WWII Black veterans from East Texas, including members of the 6888th.




As we look to the future, the Texas 6888th Project remains committed to sowing seeds of pride and potential through education, community engagement, and storytelling. With Little Miss 6888th leading the next generation, the message is clear: Hope is still in the envelope. And now, it’s in their hands.


For more information or to get involved, contact Pastor Kyev Tatum at 817-966-7625 or email kptatum1@gmail.com.

Visit www.newmountrose.com or contribute via Zelle: newmtrosembc@gmail.com


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