Iwo Jima: Sacrifice and Sanctuary
In the annals of US Marine Corps history, few battles resonate like that of Iwo Jima.
In the annals of US Marine Corps history, few battles resonate like that of Iwo Jima.
Veterans, their families and the general public will come together this weekend for a series of events at The National WWII Museum held in honor of Memorial Day.
Historian Richard Frank explores the influence of China and the Soviet Union in the Japanese decision to attack American territories in December 1941.
Underscoring its ferocity, future commandant of the Marine Corps General Clifton Cates argued that “the fight for Peleliu was one of the most vicious and stubbornly defended battles of the war.”
The International Conference on World War II is the premier adult educational event bringing together the best and brightest scholars, authors, historians, and witnesses to history from around the globe to discuss key battles, personalities, strategies, issues, and controversies of the war that changed the world.
In tandem with the public opening of Expressions of America, enjoy the United States Navy Band’s Commodores Jazz Ensemble as they perform the very best of big band jazz on this very special stop of their National Concert Tour.
In commemoration of Veterans Day, all veterans, active-duty military, reserve, and National Guard servicemembers are invited to attend Feed the Troops, where all in attendance will be treated to lunch, a Victory Belles performance, and remarks from other special guests.