The courageous volunteer pilots of three obsolete British biplanes nicknamed Faith, Hope, and Charity engaged enemy raiders in combat over Malta in June 1940.
The combined force of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings was minuscule in comparison to the Tsar Bomba, the most awesome nuclear weapon ever detonated.
The Soviets inflicted terrible brutality on their Japanese captives.
In honor of National Dog Day, think about what it would be like to volunteer your dog for military service.
Although a decision to continue the war would mean national suicide, members of the Japanese military came close to refusing Emperor Hirohito’s surrender order.
Enjoy a buffet lunch as the delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
Join us in conversation with author Jan Davis, whose books explore the connections between her father's time as a B-17 pilot in World War II and her experiences as an astronaut.
Spark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.