The Six Triple Eight
The Six Triple Eight by Priscilla T Graham, published by Lulu.com on March 30, 2020, is a historical account focusing on the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-black battalion of the Woman’s Army Corps during World War II. This edition, comprising 74 pages, highlights the contributions of 855 enlisted African American women and officers, led by Major Charity Edna Adams Early, who became the highest-ranking African American woman in the military by the war’s end. The battalion, known as Six Triple Eight, was unique as the only all-black, all-female unit deployed overseas, emphasizing the critical role of postal clerks, cooks, and mechanics in supporting military operations.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of the battalion’s organization into five companies and the historical context surrounding the Women’s Army Corps, established under President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s directive. The narrative also addresses the advocacy efforts by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights leader Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, who championed the inclusion of African American women in military service. This book presents a significant chapter in history, shedding light on the experiences and challenges faced by these women during a pivotal time in the United States.
Official synopsis Publisher
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was an all-black battalion of the Woman’s Army Corps (WAC). The 6888th had eight hundred and fifty-five enlisted African American women and officers. The battalion was commanded by Major Charity Edna Adams Early, who became the highest-ranking African-American woman in the military at the end of the war. It was the only all-black, all-female battalion overseas during World War II. The group was nicknamed Six Triple Eight and their motto was “No mail, no morale. The battalion was organizing into five companies–Headquarters Company, Company A, Company B, Company C, and Company D. Most of the 6888th worked as postal clerks, cooks, mechanics, and in other support positions. The Women’s Army Corps (WAC) of the U.S Army was created by a law that was signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on July 1, 1943. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights leader Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune called for African American women to serve as enlisted personnel and officers in the WAC. With several units of white woman sent to serve the European theater of the war, African American organizations pressed the War Department to extend the opportunity to serve overseas to African American WAC.
FAQ
What is “The Six Triple Eight” about?
Who is the author of “The Six Triple Eight”?
When was “The Six Triple Eight” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Six Triple Eight”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
