Two years after the renowned historian began planning a war museum and eight years before The National D-Day Museum opened, Ambrose delivered a lecture, “New Orleans in the Second World War.”
The USS Stewart, a Clemson-class destroyer, earned the nickname after having the unique distinction of serving under both the American and Imperial Japanese navies during World War II.
In 1942, a submarine skipper grew frustrated when a requisition for an essential item was cancelled. His response is still famous in the Navy today.
Museum adds rare barrage balloon equipment to Collection.
We remember events in different ways. Tangible objects can serve as a reminder of past events.
The story about the man, the myth, the legend—New Orleans boatbuilder Andrew Higgins.
The story about the man, the myth, the legend—New Orleans boatbuilder Andrew Higgins.
The story about the man, the myth, the legend—New Orleans boatbuilder Andrew Higgins.