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BOATS OF WOOD: MEN OF STEEL
NEW ORLEANS (March 28, 2007) – In an era when most combat boats and ships were made of steel, wooden combat vessels represented something...
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Calling all students: National History Day competition offers opportunities to learn from the past
NEW ORLEANS (February 16, 2009) – For the first time since 2004, Louisiana students will join those in 48 other states, and the Di... -
Article TypeThe Buffalo: 92nd Infantry Division’s Weekly Newspaper during World War II
The 92nd Infantry Division’s unit newspaper earned a place as one of the premier combat division publications in the Armed Forces during World War II.
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Code Girls: The Untold Story of the American Women Code Breakers of World War II
Author Liza Mundy highlights an inspiring group of women during World War II.
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The Incredible Story of Jack Lucas: The Youngest Medal of Honor Recipient in World War II
Jack Lucas saved the lives of three men… just six days after his 17th birthday.
Past Events
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Storytime at the Museum
04/05/2025 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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Wartime Piano Happy Hour
04/04/2025 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMHead to The Higgins Hotel for a live instrumental showcase of wartime piano music.
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Museum After Hours: "Fighting for the Right to Fight" and Educator Appreciation Night
04/03/2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:30 PMExplore the Museum after hours and learn more about our special exhibition on African American service in World War II—for free!
