Black female WWII unit, the "Six Triple Eight," was honored with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest award that Congress can bestow upon a civilian. On Tuesday, the 6888th unit, which is known as the "Six Triple Eight,

On Tuesday, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion — the only mostly Black, all-women unit to serve overseas during World War II — was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, Congress’ highest civilian honor, at the U.S. Capitol, according to ABC News.