American soldiers liberated the concentration camp at Buchenwald on April 11, 1945, and were profoundly shaken by what they discovered.

Moments where compassion collided with combat defined Roy J. Caldwood's experience as an African American medic serving with the 92nd Infantry Division during World War II.

On January 27, 1945, the courage of Master Sergeant Roderick W. “Roddie” Edmonds to speak up for his fellow POWs shielded them from certain persecution and potential death.

Rosie the Riveter represents the more than six million women from a wide variety of backgrounds who entered the workforce to support the American war effort.

This month, we invite you to consider how the war that changed the world changed life for women in the United States.