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Black female WWII Army unit up for congressional honor at last


Black female WWII Army unit up for congressional honor at last
Michael Casey
The Associated Press
BOSTON Maj. Fannie Griffin McClendon and her Army colleagues never dwelled on being the only Black battalion of women to serve in Europe during World War II. They had a job to do.
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was credited with solving a growing mail crisis during its stint in England and, upon their return, serving as a role model to generations of Black women who joined the military.
But for decades, the exploits of the 855 members never got wider recognition until now. ....

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