Article Type
WWII Innovations: The Fruit of the Manhattan Project
The technology of the Manhattan Project didn't just find its way into bombs--it powers submarines and other ships today.
61 - 65 results of 130
-
-
Article Type
Eleanor Roosevelt's Response to Germany's Invasion of Poland
In her September 2, 1939, My Day column, Eleanor Roosevelt reacts to the news of Germany's invasion of Poland, sharing her dismay at Adolf Hitler's actions and expressing sorrow for the European nations facing the crisis.
-
Student Webinar: "Liberty" and the Home Front Through Historical Fiction
Distance Learning Specialist Shelbie Johnson and Newbery Honor-winning author Kirby Larson explore the history behind her new novel Liberty, which chronicles the story of two friends who rescue a stray dog in WWII-era New Orleans.
-
Press Release
The National WWII Museum Reopens John E. Kushner Restoration Pavilion, Featuring Restored PT-305
NEW ORLEANS (August 12, 2024) — The National WWII Museum John E. Kushner Restoration Pavilion has reopened to the public, offering up-clo... -
Article Type
Major Richard Bong's Medal of Honor
Known as the “Ace of Aces,” Major Richard Ira Bong is credited with the downing of an impressive confirmed total of 40 enemy aircraft.
Past Events
-
Special Event: Higgins Reunion Day
10/21/2017 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMCelebrate New Orleans industry and innovation during Higgins Reunion Day at The National WWII Museum!
-
Free Student Webinar
10/05/2017 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMLiberty: The Louisiana Home Front through Historical Fiction Student Webinar
-
Event
High School - Normandy Academy
06/19/2017 - 06/30/2017 | 12:00 AMAN OVERSEAS EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY THAT CHALLENGES STUDENTS TO LEARN FROM THE CHOICES MADE DURING THE HISTORIC D-DAY INVASIONS The Nation...
