A sailor had a simple request—he just wanted to relax with a few beers after months at sea.

Thanks to a manuscript Beck wrote while hiding out in France in 1944, we know much of the story of this American fighter pilot.

The Museum highlights educational resources for teachers and students that can be used to explore the tragedy of the Holocaust.

Dr. Rothacker Smith looked death in the eye several times during World War II. In these moments during his wartime service, during captivity as a German POW and beyond, his faith carried him through and indeed directed much of his life, as did the proud tradition of the Buffalo Soldier which he upheld.

Many American servicemen and women expressed hopes for the next year in wartime New Year’s mail.