The National World War II Museum, formerly known as The National World War II Museum, was founded by the late historian Stephen E. Ambrose in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 6, 2000. The Museum was designated by Congress as “America’s National World War II Museum” in September 2003. Its mission is to preserve and promote the values of the American Spirit – the teamwork, optimism, courage and sacrifice of the men and women who won WWII – and encourage the exploration and expression of these values by future generations.

THE NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM, INC.

and Ambassador Howard Leach
Dinner Chair

Senator Dianne Feinstein Governor Pete Wilson Honorary
Dinner Co-Chairs

cordially invite you to

The American Spirit Award Dinner

honoring Secretary George P. Shultz

Special Guest General Peter Pace Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Wednesday, May 3, 2006
Reception 6:30 p.m.
Dinner 7:15 p.m.
The Fairmont San Francisco Mason & California Streets San Francisco
Black Tie ~ Formal Military Attire

For further information, kindly contact Kristin Hueter at 510.420.1199 or khueter@khueter.com

The American Spirit Award

The American Spirit Award recognizes an individual who best exemplifies the outstanding qualities of the American Spirit, including teamwork, optimism, courage and sacrifice – and who promotes the exploration and expression of these values through their own life and actions. Awarded by the Trustees of The National World War II Museum, the American Spirit Award is the Museum’s highest honor. It is given, not on an annual basis, but only as recipients are identified who meet the criteria for the award in a unique and meaningful manner.