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‘The Six Triple Eight’ True Story: What to Know About Major Charity Adams from Kerry Washington’s Netflix Movie

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An untold WWII story of the only all-Black, all-female battalion to serve overseas as Kerry Washington brings the heroic tale of the 'Six Triple Eight' to Netflix.
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  • The 'Six Triple Eight' was a real U.S. Army unit that cleared a 3-year backlog of mail in just 3 months, a feat that earned them a Presidential Unit Citation.
  • The film features an impressive ensemble cast including Sam Waterston, Dean Norris, and Tyler Perry, giving Hollywood a chance to shine a light on a little-known but crucial piece of history.
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