Who Were Basil and Becky?

BASIL AND BECKY were siblings who valued family, education, and hard work; both were children during the Great Depression. "Becky," my Mom, was a World War II "Rosie the Riveter," and "Uncle Basil" was a Navy veteran. Both of them encouraged my brothers and me to be courageous in pursuit of our dreams. Today, their legacies live on through the Basil and Becky Educational Foundation.

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Celebrating Black Rosies

We continue to celebrate the inspiration and empowerment of the remarkable Black women who shaped history during World War II. Join us and support our work as we pay homage to the 600,000 Black “Rosie the Riveters” whose resilience and strength changed the employment landscape for all future generations of African American women.

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INVISIBLE WARRIORS: AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN IN WORLD WAR II

Visit the Invisible Warriors website for more information and to find upcoming screenings.