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USS Mason: First in its Class
USS Mason was the first US Navy fleet vessel crewed by a majority of African American sailors.
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Desiderio or Desi? What’s In a Name and Why It Matters In Research
I Love Lucy star Desiderio Arnaz (or is that Desi Arnaz?) serves as an example of how names can make researching an individual difficult.
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Bea Arthur, US Marine
Bernice Frankel's Official Military Personnel File reveals a Golden Girl's WWII service history.
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Remembering the Italian Resistance: A Conversation with Carlo Ginzburg, PhD
Renowned historian Carlo Ginzburg’s life and scholarship are deeply connected to and profoundly shaped by the history of antifascism in Italy and World War II.
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An Introduction to Women’s History Month
Every year, March is designated as Women’s History Month—a month dedicated to honoring women’s contributions in US history.
Past Events
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Meet the Author: Edna Cummings, "A Soldier’s Life: A Black Woman’s Rise from Army Brat to Six Triple Eight Champion"
04/29/2026 | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMLearn more about the author’s life and fight to honor the trailblazing African American WWII Women’s Army Corps unit, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
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Travel Webinar: Normandy and the Seine River
04/08/2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMJoin The National WWII Museum's Educational Travel Team to learn about our unique tours exploring the rich history and culture of the Normandy countryside.
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Patton: Man of War Symposium
03/13/2026 - 03/14/2026Join us for a detailed look at the life and legacy of one of the most famous and controversial commanders of World War II—George S. Patton.
