NEW ORLEANS (April 13, 2007) – Officials and Trustees of The National World War II Museum last night presented The American Spirit Award,...

America’s coins and paper money underwent a number of changes to serve the war effort during World War II.

Jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald's voice soothed and entertained many during World War II. Her records were even sent to a besieged London, where her hit songs kept civilians in air raid shelters occupied during the long, scary hours of the Blitz.

A hot meal and packages from home provided solace for millions of servicemen abroad during WWII.

A presentation of The National WWII Museum's curricular resources to help educators teach about the use of atomic bombs against Japan.