New York Assembly Resolution 137 commemorates the 80th anniversary of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion's deployment during World War II.

New York Assembly Resolution 137 commemorates the 80th anniversary of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion's deployment during World War II. The resolution highlights the significance of the battalion, the only all-Black, all-female unit deployed overseas, which played a crucial role in sorting and delivering mail to American troops in Europe. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, the battalion, led by Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley, demonstrated exceptional leadership and resilience.

New York Assembly Resolution 137 commemorates the 80th anniversary of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion's deployment during World War II.

New York Assembly Resolution 137 commemorates the 80th anniversary of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion's deployment during World War II. The resolution highlights the significance of the battalion, the only all-Black, all-female unit deployed overseas, which played a crucial role in sorting and delivering mail to American troops in Europe. Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, the battalion, led by Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley, demonstrated exceptional leadership and resilience.