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The Fate of Emperor Hirohito
Would Japanese Emperor Hirohito remain in power after his nation’s surrender? His fate rested in part on the attitude of General Douglas MacArthur.
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The Miraculous Deliverance From a Titanic Tragedy
The horrific casualty toll of World War II in Asia, especially China, helped determine the important decisions about how to bring it to an end.
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Forgotten Fights: Malta's Faith, Hope, and Charity, 1940
The courageous volunteer pilots of three obsolete British biplanes nicknamed Faith, Hope, and Charity engaged enemy raiders in combat over Malta in June 1940.
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Tsar Bomba: The Largest Atomic Test in World History
The combined force of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings was minuscule in comparison to the Tsar Bomba, the most awesome nuclear weapon ever detonated.
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The Fate of Japanese POWs in Soviet Captivity
The Soviets inflicted terrible brutality on their Japanese captives.
Past Events
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Blue Star Museums Program
05/18/2024 - 09/02/2024Active-duty servicemembers and up to five family members receive free Museum admission.
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The Victory Belles Illuminate the Night
08/31/2024 | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PMJoin our signature vocal trio the Victory Belles for an evening of 1940s tunes paired with our state-of-the-art outdoor sound and light show, Expressions of America.
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Sensory Friendly Mornings
08/31/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMAvailable on the last Saturday of each month, Sensory Friendly Mornings are for individuals of all ages with special needs and their families to enjoy early access to the Museum with modifications to make the experience more sensory friendly.
