The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 67 honors Anna Mae Robertson, a notable resident of Milwaukee and one of the last surviving members of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, also known as the Six Triple Eight. Enlisting in the Women's Army Corps during World War II, Robertson was part of the only all-Black, all-female battalion to serve overseas. The battalion played a crucial role in clearing a backlog of over 17 million pieces of mail in England, significantly boosting soldier morale. After her service, Robertson returned to the U.S. in 1946, where she dedicated her life to caring for others and raising a family.
Robertson's contributions were long overlooked, but she received recognition in 2014 with various service medals and her battalion was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2025. She passed away at the age of 101, leaving a legacy of resilience and service. The resolution expresses the Wisconsin Legislature's gratitude for her extraordinary achievements and extends condolences to her family, acknowledging the lasting impact of her contributions to both the state and the nation.