The Six Triple Eight, a new Netflix film by Tyler Perry, tells the inspiring story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-Black, all-female unit deployed overseas during World War II. The battalion, known for its remarkable achievement in delivering millions of letters and packages to soldiers, has long been overlooked.
Led by Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams, the women faced immense challenges, including inadequate facilities and sexist attitudes. Despite these obstacles, they worked tirelessly in three shifts, sorting and redirecting 17 million letters and packages in under 90 days. Their motto, “No Mail, Low Morale,” reflected their crucial role in boosting soldiers’ spirits.
The battalion’s efforts were vital to the war effort, but it wasn’t until decades later that Congress recognized their contributions by posthumously awarding them the Congressional Gold Medal. In 2022, the US House of Representatives unanimously voted to honor the women of the 6888th.
The film also explores the bittersweet return to the US for the women, who were forced to resume life in a segregated society. Today, only two members of the battalion remain, and one of them has recently passed away at the age of 100.
The Six Triple Eight is now available on Netflix, shedding light on this remarkable chapter in American history.
Source: https://blavity.com/entertainment/the-six-triple-eight-true-story-ending-explained