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PROPERTYMASTERSGUILD.ORG 23 which would/could explode at any time. Not knowing the final location or position of the bombs for filming in the UK, I made several size options with the plan of altering them on-site during filming. Bringing all these elements together required a massive collaborative effort. Tyler Perry's commitment to authenticity meant every department, from set design to costumes, had to work in sync. I worked closely with production designer Sharon Busse, and art director Maxwell Fasen, to ensure the props blended seamlessly into the amazing world being built. The prop team also worked hand- in-hand with the actors to ensure they understood how to handle and interact with each item realistically. Whether it was teaching them how to handle a period-correct rifle or showing them how soldiers of the time would have opened and smoked cigarettes, these details made a huge difference in making the film feel as real as possible. While working on the film, it became clear The Six Triple Eight was more than just a historical drama—it was a deeply personal and emotional journey. The story of these women, who worked tirelessly in the face of racism and sexism to ensure soldiers received their mail, is one that had been largely forgotten by mainstream history. Knowing our work would help bring their story to a new generation made every painstaking detail worth it. There were moments on set when the weight of history truly hit us. Seeing thousands of letters piled high, knowing each one represented a real-life message of hope, love, and longing during wartime, was incredibly moving. Some of the actors even found themselves tearing up as they read the recreated letters, which contained messages written in the various styles of wartime correspondence. Another particularly powerful moment was when the descendants and family members of the 6888th servicewomen visited our set. Seeing their reactions to the meticulously recreated uniforms, mailrooms, and military settings was quite humbling. Many of them expressed gratitude for portraying their relatives in a historical and sincere manner. It surpassed any expectations they might have had or wished for. Being the Property Master for The Six Triple Eight was one of the most demanding yet fulfilling experiences of my career. Watching our amazing actors bring history to life, surrounded by the props and sets everyone worked so hard to perfect, was an unforgettable experience. Knowing this film will introduce millions of viewers to the incredible story of the 6888th Battalion makes every challenge we faced along the way purposeful. The Six Triple Eight is not just a movie—it is an overdue tribute to a group of American servicewomen who broke barriers and brought joy to those who were engaged in the daily life and death struggle of World War II.