As international tensions increased around the globe in the spring of 1938, Americans were most disturbed by the brutal Japanese invasion of China.

In WWII’s aftermath, July 4 also became Independence Day for the Philippines in 1946.

Marking the 70th anniversary of the invasion of Normandy, France, next year, The National WWII Museum will host an exclusive, educational travel program aboard Silversea Cruises’ luxurious <em>Silver Cloud</em> cruise ship.

On June 2, 1944, Yeiki Kobashigawa, 100th Infantry Battalion, led an incredible attack on the Germans in Italy. Fifty-six years later, he received the Medal of Honor for this action.

The National WWII Museum today announced the official opening of its landmark hotel property The Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton.