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Edgar Cole, 52nd Defense Battalion
Edgar Cole describes being drafted into the Marine Corps and the racism he experienced during his initial days in the service.
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Forgotten Fights: The Battle of Deir ez-Zor, July 1941
Syria became a battleground in July 1941, when British forces launched an invasion to secure their hold on the Middle East. General "Bill" Slim's strike at Deir-ez-Zor was a critical victory.
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Hershel “Woody” Williams, 3rd Marine Division
Hershel “Woody” Williams describes his actions on Iwo Jima for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor.
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Richard Baile, 9th Bomb Group
Richard Baile discusses the 9 March 1945 firebombing of Tokyo and how he feels about the raid today.
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Alfred Cabral, 3rd Infantry Division
Alfred Cabral describes his experiences fighting the Germans during the Italian campaign.
Past Events
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Garden to Glass: Take Flight
09/25/2024 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PMSample garden-fresh cocktails, learn how to make them at home, and vote for your favorites as area distillers and bars compete to create the best cocktails using local ingredients.
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Victory Belles Matinee Luncheon
09/25/2024 | 11:45 AM - 1:45 PMEnjoy a buffet lunch as the delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
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Storytime at the Museum
09/24/2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
