Black Women and World War II: The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion

Black Women and World War II: The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (2023)

In the throes of World War II, the courageous women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion battled against racial and gender discrimination to sort and deliver a backlog of mail, forging an overlooked chapter in the fight for civil rights.

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2023-08-23
  • Runtime: 0h 14min
  • Language: English
  • Production Company: Veteran Documentary Corps
  • Production Country: United States of America
  • Director: Gina Gelphman

Summary

In the midst of World War II, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-female African-American unit, undertook the monumental task of sorting and delivering a massive backlog of mail for the U.S. military. Despite facing deplorable working conditions and the pervasive dual discrimination of race and gender, these women served their country with unbreakable determination and pride. Led by the formidable Major Charity Adams, they not only achieved their mission in half the expected time but also broke barriers, standing firm against inequality and inspiring future generations. Tragically overlooked for years, the story of the 6888th sheds light on a remarkable, untold chapter of American history, reflecting both the triumphs and injustices that shaped the nation's path towards civil rights. Their courage and resilience continue to resonate, a poignant reminder of the societal strides still needed to fully recognize and honor their invaluable contribution.

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  • Patricia Jackson Kelley

    as Patricia Jackson Kelley
  • Trevor Getz

    as Trevor Getz
Sound Jesse Collier Sutterley Sound Mixer
Crew William McNeil Cinematography
Sound Jesse Collier Sutterley Sound Recordist
Directing Gina Gelphman Director
Production Birdy Wei-Ting Hung Line Producer
Editing Joshua Cardenas Colorist
Crew Alexis Cabrera Digital Producer
Camera Mark Kuroda Additional Camera
Editing Gina Gelphman Editor
Production Daniel L. Bernardi Producer
Crew Jesse Collier Sutterley Post Production Supervisor
Camera Isaac Billanfante Additional Camera
Writing Daniel L. Bernardi Writer
Sound Jesse Collier Sutterley Sound Designer

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