Teleconference:“No Mail, Low Morale": The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion – US Army Museeu

East Recreation Center at 210 Zumbro Street

“No Mail, Low Morale": The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion – US Army Museum

Since the Revolutionary War generations of African Americans have served the armed forces, but it was not until World War II that Black women joined the Army as part of the Women’s Army Corps (WAC).

In February 1945 members of the 6888th Central Postal Battalion arrived in Birmingham, England. Nicknamed the “Six Triple Eight,” they were the first and only all-Black WAC unit sent overseas during World War II. They faced the daunting task of sorting and delivering mail to the roughly 7 million service members stationed in the European Theater. Their mission boosted morale across the entirety of deployed forces. They completed their mission in three months’ time before deploying to France to undertake the same work. The battalion was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of their dedication and service to mission in 2022.

Join us in person at the East Recreation Center (210 Zumbro Street) or call the Friendship Center (507-454-5212) for an access code to participate via Zoom.

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