PHOENIX — At 104 years old, Major Fannie Griffin-McClendon is living history. She's the last surviving member of the legendary “Six Triple Eight,” who helped clear a massive WWII mail backlog, restoring connection and morale for troops overseas.
Now, decades later, the Phoenix VA honored her service with a plaque dedication at Steele Indian School Park.
The trailblazing veteran's journey has even inspired a new Netflix film, The Six Triple Eight.
ABC15 met Major McClendon at her rehab facility, where she’s recovering from a broken hip, and followed the VA’s medical transport team, which brought her to the special dedication on Thursday.
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