In honor of Women’s History Month, non-profits and educational organizations have held programs this week to celebrate the ...

In honor of Women’s History Month, one local organization is acknowledging the accomplishments of African American women in ...

During World War II, a group of 655 African American women made history as part of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, also referred to as “Six Triple Eight”.

The battalion was active from 1945 to 1946. In 2022, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor, which is bestowed by the ...

It was named the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. It was the first and only all-Black female unit deployed overseas during World War II. Chavis said the chatter of the newly-released ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Sierra Kondos Special to the News The accomplishments of a Port Arthur woman who ...

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (WTMJ) — The legacy of the 6888 Central Postal Directory Battalion continues to inspire generations. This historic group of approximately 850 African American women made ...

Millie Dunn Veasey was a World War II veteran who served in the only overseas all-Black women's 6888th Battalion.

"And I say that I'm Black history, but look at what my mom did," Nathan said.Her mother, Edna Cross Burton from Sanford, served in the Army with the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion ...