This inspiring film shares the untold stories of 600,000 Black women who entered the workforce during WWII, making significant contributions to the war effort and shaping future civil rights movements. Their courage and resilience remain an essential part of American history.

We are honored to welcome Gregory S. Cooke, the film’s director, who will join us virtually for a live Q&A following the screening.

About the Director

Gregory S. Cooke is an accomplished historian, filmmaker, and educator who has dedicated his career to preserving the legacy of African Americans in World War II. As the director of Invisible Warriors, his work has been critically acclaimed for illuminating the stories of Black “Rosie the Riveters” who overcame racism and sexism to create new opportunities for themselves and future generations. His efforts helped secure the participation of Black “Rosies” at the 2024 Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Gregory is a 2024 recipient of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award and has received numerous honors, including the Library of Congress - Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) grant, the Congressional Black Caucus Veterans Braintrust Award, and sponsorship from the Kingdom of the Netherlands. He also serves on the National World War II Museum advisory board and has been featured on CBS Saturday Morning, Turner Classic Movies (TCM), and in the Washington Post.

Faculty are encouraged to share this opportunity with their students and consider incorporating it into class discussions. This is a unique chance to explore an often-overlooked chapter of history and engage in meaningful dialogue.

For more details about the film, visit the Invisible Warriors website.

We hope to see you there!