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Cast

Patricia Jackson Kelley

Patricia Jackson Kelley

Patricia Jackson Kelley

Trevor Getz

Trevor Getz

Trevor Getz

Crew

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Sound Mixer

William 	McNeil

William McNeil

Cinematography

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Sound Recordist

Gina Gelphman

Gina Gelphman

Director

Birdy Wei-Ting Hung

Birdy Wei-Ting Hung

Line Producer

Joshua Cardenas

Joshua Cardenas

Colorist

Alexis Cabrera

Alexis Cabrera

Digital Producer

Mark Kuroda

Mark Kuroda

Additional Camera

Gina Gelphman

Gina Gelphman

Editor

Daniel L. Bernardi

Daniel L. Bernardi

Producer

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Post Production Supervisor

Isaac Billanfante

Isaac Billanfante

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Daniel L. Bernardi

Daniel L. Bernardi

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Jesse Collier Sutterley

Jesse Collier Sutterley

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

20230.0 / 1014 min
Documentary

Overview

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.

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.