A Conversation with George Sarros, D-Day Veteran
Join Curator of Oral History Joey Balfour as he discusses the Normandy landings with George Sarros, a Navy veteran who served as a Motor Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class aboard USS LST-515.
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Ask a Curator: D-Day - In Their Own Words
For years, a department of dedicated oral historians at the Museum has been conducting interviews with WWII veterans.
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History Through the Viewfinder
His portrayal in the 1970 film Patton aside, British General Bernard L. Montgomery was a great asset to General Dwight D. Eisenhower in planning for the D-Day invasion.
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How New Orleans Became Home to America's National WWII Museum
Visitors often ask, “Why is the Museum in New Orleans?” The answer to this simple question requires an understanding of the city’s involvement in World War II, politics, and American memory.
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"Band of Brothers" Turns 25
A new anniversary edition kindles memories of Stephen Ambrose's early research into Easy Company's WWII saga.
Past Events
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"The Indispensables: The Diverse Soldier-Mariners Who Shaped the Country, Formed the Navy, and Rowed Washington Across the Delaware"
06/30/2021 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMA unique program brought to you by the Institute for the Study of War and Democracy comparing and contrasting WWII History with the American Revolution, based on Patrick O’Donnell’s latest book.
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World War II: Witnesses and Memory | Part 3: Memory Wars
06/10/2021 | 11:00 AM - 12:15 PMThe third and final installment of the World War II: Witnesses and Memory series, organized jointly by the Pilecki Institute and The National WWII Museum in New Orleans.
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ON-CAMPUS: Dr. Hal Baumgarten D-Day Commemoration Ceremony
06/06/2021 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMThe National WWII Museum will mark the 77th anniversary of D-Day and 21st birthday of the Museum on Sunday, June 6, 2021, highlighted by the virtual Dr. Hal Baumgarten D-Day Commemoration Ceremony that will be livestreamed throughout the Museum.
