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Two women view a line of uniformed women in formation.

Postal Battalion

Army Maj. Charity E. Adams and Capt. Mary Kearney of the 6888th Central Postal Battalion inspect the first contingent of black members of the Women's Army Corps assigned to overseas service in Birmingham, England, Feb. 15, 1945.

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