HOPE IN AN ENVELOPE: A tribute to the incredible legacy of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black and Latina, all-female battalion deployed overseas during World War II. Black Texans, Inc.



HOPE IN AN ENVELOPE: A tribute to the incredible legacy of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black and Latina, all-female battalion deployed overseas during World War II. Black Texans, Inc.




Little Miss 6888th Ambassadors Featured on CBS News with Capitol Correspondent Nikole Killion

April 29, 2025 — Washington, D.C.


On a bright spring morning beneath the towering dome of the United States Capitol, history came alive in the presence of two young girls from Fort Worth, Texas — girls on a mission to honor trailblazing women who delivered more than mail during World War II. They delivered hope.




Torie Hunter and Kailey Williams, both eleven years old, stood proudly in full World War II-era military uniforms in an outdoor area on Capitol Hill affectionately known as the “Senate Swamp.” With the U.S. Capitol rising behind them and democracy humming all around, the two Little Miss 6888th Ambassadors were interviewed by Nikole Killion, the distinguished congressional correspondent for CBS News.




Their words, filled with reverence and purpose, became the heart of a national CBS News segment, titled, “Hope in an Envelope” — a tribute to the incredible legacy of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black and Latina, all-female battalion deployed overseas during World War II.




Dressed for Duty, Walking in Legacy


Founded by civil rights leader and historian Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr., the Little Miss 6888th Ambassadors program is housed at New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Worth’s historic 76104 ZIP code. The initiative teaches young girls about the courage, discipline, and service of the Six Triple Eight — women who battled racism and sexism while processing over 17 million pieces of backlogged mail for U.S. troops stationed in Europe.




Their mission: No mail, no morale. Their impact: unmeasurable.


Now immortalized in a Netflix film directed by Tyler Perry and co-produced by Carlota Espinosa, the story of the 6888th is reaching a new generation.



“I learned they sorted 17 millions of letters,” Torie said. “They made sure hope reached soldiers in war zones.”


“These women were awesome,” Kailey added with admiration. “They showed us what real service looks like.”




Nikole Killion: Amplifying the Right Voices


Nikole Killion is no stranger to history. As one of the most trusted journalists on Capitol Hill, her reporting has spanned presidential elections, Supreme Court nominations, natural disasters, and political milestones. With a commitment to uncovering untold stories and elevating diverse voices, Killion was the perfect journalist to bring this moment to a national stage.




Her coverage didn’t just spotlight two young girls — it shined a national light on the long-overlooked contributions of the Six Triple Eight.




From the Southside to the Steps of Congress


Following the interview, Torie and Kailey were escorted into Emancipation Hall to witness the formal Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring the 6888th Battalion. The award — Congress’ highest civilian honor — was presented posthumously to 853 of the original members, with only two living survivors remaining today.


Surrounded by military dignitaries, veterans, descendants, and lawmakers, the Little Miss 6888th stood as living tributes — the next generation carrying the torch of memory and meaning.




As the medal was unveiled and the band played, Pastor Tatum leaned in and softly told them, “You are an instant inspiration. Take this moment home and carry it around the world — so others may remember and believe.”


And they will.



Because when Torie and Kailey return to Fort Worth, they won’t just carry souvenirs — they’ll carry a sacred responsibility: to remind the world that every letter, every name, and every act of courage matters.


To carry hope in an envelope — just like the Six Triple Eight.


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