WATCH: Black women’s WWII unit, ‘Six Triple Eight,’ receives congressional honor
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on April 30, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — The only Black, all-female unit to serve in Europe during World War II, commonly known as the “Six Triple Eight,” were honored Tuesday with the Congressional Gold Medal, following a long-running campaign to recognize their efforts.
Watch House Speaker Mike Johnson award the Congressional Gold Medal at a ceremony in the player above.
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