Honoring Their Legacy

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Celebrating the Work of the 6888th Forever Stamp Petition Team

Since launching the petition to honor the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion with a U.S. Forever Stamp, our team has worked tirelessly to elevate national recognition for this extraordinary World War II unit. What began as a grassroots effort has now grown into a nationwide movement supported by veterans, daughters and descendants, military children, historians, educators, community leaders, and everyday Americans determined to ensure the legacy of the Six Triple Eight lives on.

Why a Forever Stamp Matters

A commemorative U.S. Forever Stamp is more than a piece of postage — it is an enduring symbol of honor, remembrance, and national gratitude.

The 6888th was the only predominantly Black, multi-ethnic, all-female battalion deployed overseas during WWII. Under harsh, exhausting, and often dangerous conditions, they processed over 17 million pieces of backlogged mail, restoring morale across the European theater. Their motto — “No Mail, Low Morale” — became their mission.

A stamp ensures their story is not just remembered today but preserved for generations.

  • 6888th CPDB family members and advocates at the Redesignation of Fort Lee to Fort Gregg-Adams
  • Fort Gregg-Adams Club: The children of Charity Adams
  • Family Members and Advocates
  • MSG (Ret) Elizabeth Helm-Frazier
  • MSG (Ret) Elizabeth Helm-Frazier speaking with a supporter at the Army WOmen Museum
  • Actress Milauna Jackson at the Army Women Museum. She played CPT Abbie Noel Campbell in the Tyler Perry Film SixTripleEight
  • MaLaysia Mitchell and Rosie the Riviter looking at an 6888th CPDB Cachet Envelop
  • Elizabeth Helm-Frazier being recognized at the 26th Annual NABVETs Event

Where We Stand Today

Thanks to passionate advocates and community support, the petition has already surpassed 10,000 signatures — bringing us closer to our next strategic target of 17,000, symbolically honoring the 17 million pieces of mail the battalion processed.

But our work continues. We remain focused on education, outreach, and mobilizing national support to ensure this long-overdue recognition becomes a reality.

Media Mentions & National Attention

The movement continues to gain momentum across multiple platforms:

  • 📰 AFRO News highlighted the team’s response after the USPS initially declined to recommend the stamp, emphasizing that the proposal remains eligible for reconsideration and underscoring increasing public support.
  • 🎧 NextUs818 Podcast — Episode 79, featuring Stephanie Mitchell, explored the significance of the initiative and raised awareness among new audiences.
    (Amazon Music link)
  • 📻 Additional NextUs818 episodes have continued to spotlight the 6888th, amplifying their story and the importance of this advocacy effort.
  • 📺 Local news coverage, including features on Fox 2 News, has expanded visibility and inspired more Americans to take action.

Each mention helps broaden awareness and strengthen the national call to honor the Six Triple Eight.

On the Ground: Hard-Copy Signatures & Community Outreach

Beyond digital engagement, our team has been active in communities across the country — gathering nearly 400 hard-copy signatures at local events, ceremonies, and historical commemorations.

These in-person conversations not only boost our numbers but also connect people emotionally to the story of the 6888th. Many sign because they have never heard of the battalion until meeting our volunteers — a reminder of why this work is so critical.

Meet the Leaders Behind the Mission

At the forefront of this initiative is MSG (Ret) Elizabeth Helm-Frazier, Stamp Team Project Lead and nationally recognized 6888th CPDB advocate. A decorated Army veteran with more than 25 years of service, Elizabeth has devoted her post-military career to preserving the legacy of the Six Triple Eight.

Her achievements include:

  • Co-leading fundraising for the 6888th Monument at Fort Leavenworth
  • Serving as a producer for the documentary No Mail, Low Morale
  • Championing national recognition efforts, including the push for the Congressional Gold Medal

📹 Watch Elizabeth Helm-Frazier discuss the 6888th legacy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXevkxdYurc

Her leadership continues to inspire our team and strengthen this nationwide movement.

Meet the Stamp Petition Team

Our team spans the nation and includes dedicated advocates from diverse backgrounds — veterans, descendants, military children, historians, and civic leaders united for one cause.

Team Members include:

In future posts, we will share more detailed biographies, personal reflections, and behind-the-scenes stories from our team members and their advocacy journey.

Your Support Powers This Mission

Our work is not finished. Every new signature pushes us closer to a stamp that ensures the 6888th receives the national acknowledgment they earned through courage, excellence, and unwavering dedication.

We invite you to:

✔️ Sign the petition
✔️ Share it widely
✔️ Print signature sheets for local events
✔️ Talk about the 6888th — keep their story alive

👉 Sign or share the petition:
https://www.change.org/p/honor-the-6888th-central-postal-directory-battalion-with-a-u-s-forever-stamp

Together, we can ensure the women of the 6888th — who gave so much — receive the recognition they deserve, now and forever.

Contact the Stamp Team

The Stamp Project
P.O. Box #616
Bowie, Maryland 20718

📧 Email: the6888stampproject@gmail.com

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