Black Female WWII Unit May Receive Congressional Medal

Black Female WWII Unit May Receive Congressional Medal

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The video discusses the Senate's legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Battalion 66 Sixty 888, the only black women's unit in Europe during WWII. The unit played a crucial role in solving a male crisis during the war. Currently, only seven members are believed to be alive, including retired Major Fannie Griffin McClendon. The bill still requires approval from the House.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant recognition is the Senate considering for Battalion 66 Sixty 888?

The Presidential Medal of Freedom

The Silver Star

The Congressional Gold Medal

The Medal of Honor

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique characteristic did Battalion 66 Sixty 888 have during World War Two?

It was the largest battalion in the war

It was the first unit to land on D-Day

It was the only black unit of women in Europe

It was the only all-female unit in the Pacific

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did the members of Battalion 66 Sixty 888 help resolve during the war?

A shortage of medical supplies

A food shortage

A growing male crisis

A lack of communication equipment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many surviving members of Battalion 66 Sixty 888 are believed to be alive?

Twelve

Ten

Seven

Five

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next step for the bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Battalion 66 Sixty 888?

Approval by the President

Approval by the House

Approval by the Supreme Court

Approval by the United Nations