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Curator's Choice: The Luck of the Irish
The shamrock is the symbol of Ireland and a recurring theme in The National WWII Museum’s collection.
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“We Made It, Friend”: The First African American Female Officers in the US Navy
In December 1944, Harriet Pickens and Frances Wills became the first African American WAVES officers.
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Operation Undertone: The Allies Clear the Rhineland
US Third and Seventh Armies' March 1945 offensive cleared the Rhineland, pushing deep into Germany and decisively weakening German defenses before the final Allied push.
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El Paso’s Pride: The Mexican American Soldiers of Company E, 141st Infantry
Company E far exceeded the simplistic expectations of “Americanization” that marked its beginning, and its men went on to prove what it meant to be truly American.
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Innovations of Plastic Surgery in World War II
During World War II, surgeons and medical assistants created new treatments and procedures in plastic surgery that are still used in modern practice. These techniques not only improved soldiers’ physical appearance, but also their morale, by restoring their sense of pride and confidence.
Past Events
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The Battle of Attu
05/25/2020 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMThe Battle of Attu was the only land battle to be fought on North American soil during World War II.
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Okinawa: The Battle and Bomb
05/20/2020 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMJust over 75 years ago—on April 1, 1945—American troops invaded the 70-mile long island of Okinawa in the largest amphibious operation of the Pacific War.
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Ask a Curator: Black May 1943
05/19/2020 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMAs late as March 1943, the Allies were in danger of losing the Battle of the Atlantic as German U-boats were sinking Allied shipping at an alarming rate.
