military history
Anna Mae Robertson, a member of the all-Black, all-female WWII battalion known as the “Six Triple Eight,” died at age 101. Born in Arkansas, she joined the Women’s Army Corps at 19 and was instrumental in sorting millions of backlogged letters to lift troops’ spirits. Decades later, she was finally recognized with a Congressional Gold […]
First Lt. Gabrielle White made history as the first woman to compete in the U.S. Army’s grueling Best Ranger Competition. Teaming up with Capt. Seth Deltenre, White finished 14th out of 52 teams — a significant achievement in the physically and mentally punishing three-day event. Participants endure over 60 miles of movement and 30+ challenges […]
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