Stephanie Ware

The Six Triple Eight: A Must-Watch Story of Courage and Triumph I’ll admit, I hesitated to watch The Six Triple Eight. I thought I had seen all there was to see in war movies and didn’t expect anything new. On a quiet evening with nothing else to watch, I turned it on as background noise while moving about the house. I didn’t expect to be drawn in—but I was wrong. The story of the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas during WWII caught my attention in a way I didn’t anticipate. At first, I was casually listening, but as the film unfolded, I found myself captivated by the resilience and determination of these incredible women. This was not the typical war story—it was something profoundly different. Before I knew it, I was fully invested, rooting for these women to accomplish their mission against all odds. When Major Charity Adams stood up for her soldiers, it hit me deeply. She became the voice that so many of us need when we feel overlooked or undervalued. It was a powerful moment that resonated on a personal level. I believe most people can relate to feeling unappreciated at some point in their lives, but for African Americans, it cuts deeper. We often feel the pressure to be smarter, stronger, faster, and wiser just to prove our worth and carry the weight of expectations. By the end of the movie, when the white soldiers showed their respect with salutes and applause, I was on my feet, clapping, cheering, and crying in my living room. It was a triumphant moment that felt personal, as if their victory was ours to share. The film stirred emotions I didn’t know I had buried, and I’m grateful for that. The Six Triple Eight is not just a war movie; it’s a story of courage, perseverance, and breaking barriers. These unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered ceilings in the face of relentless racism, sexism, and adversity. This movie touched me deeply, and I’m encouraging everyone I know to watch it. Bravo to the filmmakers for bringing this story to life and honoring these extraordinary women. The Six Triple Eight is a story that deserves to be seen, remembered, and celebrated.