Fannie McClendon

Biography

Fannie Griffin-McClendon (born 22 September 1920) is an American retired military officer. McClendon served in the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during World War II, then went on to become a major and squadron commander in the U.S. Air Force. In March 1945, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, was sent to Birmingham, England, becoming the only Women's Army Corps battalion formed entirely of Black women to serve overseas during World War II. McClendon, at that time a first lieutenant, helped the battalion to organize mail delivery in the European Theater.

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