Museum Pays Tribute Bob Dole, WWII Veteran and Public Servant
The Museum mourns the passing of WWII veteran, longtime US Senator, presidential candidate, and American Spirit Award recipient Bob Dole, who passed away December 5, 2021.
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National WWII Museum Explores Hitler’s Twisted Medical Theories
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans presents the special exhibit "Deadly Medicine: Creating the Master Race," on view from July 25 to October 15, 2012.
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PFC Willy F. James, Jr's Medal of Honor
Willy F. James, Jr. was one of seven African Americans to receive the Medal of Honor for service in World War II, an award delayed decades by bias and discrimination.
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Forgotten Fights: Assault on Brest, August-September 1944
The American assault on Fortress Brest, led by the 2nd, 8th, and 29th Divisions under General Troy Middleton, marked one of World War II’s most ferociously contested battles.
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"To Bear the Unbearable": Japan's Surrender, Part II
Although a decision to continue the war would mean national suicide, members of the Japanese military came close to refusing Emperor Hirohito’s surrender order.
Past Events
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D-Day - The Invasion of Normandy & Liberation of France (June 2 to 8, 2022)
06/02/2022 - 06/08/2022 | 12:00 AMThe National WWII Museum’s most popular tour provides an in-depth itinerary exploring America’s most famous WWII battle. Offering a full week of touring in Normandy at an incredible price, this unforgettable tour offers great value and features top guides, upscale accommodations in prime locations, comprehensive dining, and exclusive access to sites unseen on other programs.
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D-Day - The Invasion of Normandy & Liberation of France (May 26 to June 1, 2022)
05/26/2022 - 06/01/2022 | 12:00 AMThe National WWII Museum’s most popular tour provides an in-depth itinerary exploring America’s most famous WWII battle. Offering a full week of touring in Normandy at an incredible price, this unforgettable tour offers great value and features top guides, upscale accommodations in prime locations, comprehensive dining, and exclusive access to sites unseen on other programs.
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Memorial Day at The National WWII Museum
05/30/2022 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMJoin us for a day of solemn remembrance of those who paid the ultimate price for their country.
