The historical drama Six Triple Eight, now streaming on Netflix, recounts the experiences of young Black women who joined the U.S. Army during World War II. Assigned to a battalion in Great Britain, their mission was to sort millions of  pieces of undelivered mail—a task others had deemed impossible due to incomplete addresses, damaged envelopes, and troops constantly relocating.

Facing racism and doubt from their own superiors, Major Charity Adams and her battalion defied expectations. Through determination and teamwork, they completed the task in 90 days, reconnecting millions of soldiers and families. Despite their remarkable achievement, their contributions went unrecognized until 2022, when Major Adams was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal.

This January, as we reflect on Dr. King’s dream of justice and equality, consider watching Six Triple Eight with loved ones. Discuss the progress we’ve made and the work that remains in the ongoing fight for racial justice.

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